These earrings are small but pack a punch. The type of faceting is rare, called ‘table cut’ referring to the 2 flat sides of the bead. These are ground to a soft matte. The edges have large facets with a ‘flash’ coat, making them sparkle.

Swarovski was founded in 1895 by Daniel Swarovski. Their crystals are renowned for their precision-cut facets, clarity and high quality making the company the single best producer of rhinestones and beads.

There is almost nothing left on the market other than beads that just aren’t great. All the good pieces are gone. I consider this a good piece.

They decided some years ago to stop selling their components and focus solely on selling their designed and made jewelry. Lots of BIG rhinestone brooches of animals…..frogs….bees…butterflies and believe it or not………….spiders!!!