What Is Austrian Crystal and Swarovski Crystal?

What is Austrian Crystal?

Austrian Crystal, founded in 1895, which is famous all over the world and its cutting crystal technology has hundred years of history. Each Austrian Crystal’s cutting is crisp, and the cut surface is smooth without any fine lines. The biggest selling point lies in its newly developed chestnut cutting, imperial concubine cutting make crystal refraction seem bright. Due to the multifaceted cutting way has applied for a patent, it is difficult to find other crystal can be comparable to it in the market, which also become one of the reasons why Austrian Crystal is so famous all around the world.

What is Swarovski Crystal?

Swarovski Crystals are not natural crystals found in caves, but are man-made gems manufactured in Austria. In the late 1800′s, Daniel Swarovski discovered a formula for making beautiful, high quality lead glass crystals. Since then, the Swarovski family has continued the tradition of making the most recognized crystals in the world out of their factory in Wattens, a market community in Austria. Today, Swarovski has been the top brand of Austrian crystal jewelry.

Swarovski produces crystals of the finest quality. The company’s name has become synonymous with genuine crystal. Swarovski’s specialized manufacturing processes, together with the highest quality raw materials, guarantee the highest possible degree of precision, component quality, consistency, and unmatched brilliance.

Swarovski crystal is produced at the company’s traditional production plant in Wattens, Austria, where each crystal is subject to the most stringent quality controls. The exact recipe and the proportion of quartzes, sand, and minerals remain a company secret that is part of the legacy of pioneer Daniel Swarovski to his three sons.

Are Swarovski Silver Crystals made of real silver?

The Swarovski Silver Crystal line was created by a Swarovski craftsman who was able to capture a silvery shine in the facets of the lead glass crystals. Swarovski Silver Crystals are made using a combination of natural minerals and quartz sand. The crystals are then slowly cooled, which helps avoid stress and imperfections. Swarovski Silver Crystals have a spectral brilliance that gives them their unique silver color, giving the impression that they are made of real precious metal.

Why are Swarovski Crystals more expensive than glass?

The method of production and processing of raw resources are important factors in the quality of finished crystals. Swarovski uses only the finest materials to fashion faceted lead glass that is known around the world for its brilliance and value. Superior production, materials, cutting, and polishing are what set Swarovski Crystals apart from other glass works.

How are Swarovski Crystals used for jewelry?

Swarovski Crystals are used in all aspects of jewelry making. Seasonal collections are put out each year and typically include Swarovski Crystals used in combination with precious and semi-precious gems, and metals plated with gold or silver. Swarovski has extensive jewelry lines for both men and women, which include necklaces, bracelets, rings, pins, earrings, and watches. The crystal maker has a wide array of charms from which buyers can choose to make necklaces, bracelets, brooches, and cell phone or bag charms.

How should Swarovski Crystal jewelry be cared for?

Swarovski Crystal jewelry should be treated the same as fine jewelry. Avoid exposing the crystals to water, chemicals, or harsh treatment from work or sports. Always remove Swarovski Crystal jewelry prior to swimming and after applying makeup and lotions to skin. Mild soap, water, and a soft cloth should be used for cleaning and polishing Swarovski jewelry. When possible, store Swarovski Crystal jewelry in its original packaging. If the original packaging is not available, store pieces in tissue paper or a soft cloth to guard against loosening the crystals or scratching any metal.

Is Austrianelement.com selling Swarovski Crystal jewelry or Swarovski jewelry?

Absolutely no. Austrian Element’s crystal jewelry factory just buys the made with Swarovski elements crystals to set on our jewelry, but it does not stand for we are selling swarovski jewelry.

Swarovski is one of the world’s largest crystal suppliers to jewelry manufacturers as well as to the clothing and lighting industries. Third party manufacturers mark these products by attaching the ingredient branding label “MADE WITH SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS”, or by describing them as “made with Swarovski crystals”, or as “Crystallized ™”. However, these manufacturers may not refer to their products as Swarovski products. Furthermore, these products are not sold by Swarovski and do not necessarily meet its quality standards or qualify for its warranty conditions.

All our austrian crystal jewelry are made of Austrian crystals and Swarovski elements. As  the authorization mechanism of Swarovski company, so we can not use “MADE WITH SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS” but  in nature our crysatal jewelry are made of them.