The Swarovski Crystal a Little History

What is Swarovski Crystal

Swarovski crystals have an international appeal steeped in rich history and innovation. In a small town high in the Austrian Alps, Daniel Swarovski wanted everyone to have a diamond. He felt that diamonds should be accessible to anyone who wanted one. In 1892, he patented an electric machine that cut crystals with such precision it revolutionised the jewellery industry. With the preciseness of the cutting methods, Swarovski created the most stunning crystals in the world.       

Crystals do occur naturally in nature, but Swarovski crystal is human-made. Mixing minerals, quartz, and sand. Of course, this is not as simple as mixing a few ingredients, but just to give you a general idea.

The crystal “gems” are created in different colours and shapes. Clear crystals are more difficult to develop, but Swarovski has mastered the creation process. The human-made crystal from Swarovski has a higher refraction index, more like a diamond than a naturally occurring crystal. You can find out more about the refraction index; you can follow the link. It has a short explanation. 

How is Swarovski Crystal Made

Remember that electric cutting machine created by Daniel Swarovski mentioned earlier? That machine is why a Swarovski crystal looks more like a diamond. The polishing and cutting transform the materials into a crystal with diamond-like properties. To make the cut and be considered a high-quality crystal, it must have identical facets in multiple directions – a hundred of them, to be exact. Of course, the measurements for chemicals, minerals, quartz, and sand that create the glass that simulates crystal remains a Swarovski company secret. You see, at Swarovski, they do not discuss how they make their extraordinary glass. Nevertheless, the world agrees that the young Bohemian Daniel Swarovski certainly was brilliant, and the success of his almost 130-year-old company speaks volumes for his unique talents.   

Some Fun Facts about Swarovski

Swarovski crystals have a long relationship with stage and screen. Multiple fashion and costume-history sources cite Blonde Venus (1932), starring Marlene Dietrich, as an early high-profile film moment where Swarovski crystals were used for on-screen sparkle. 
Fast forward to today: Swarovski’s own “Red Carpet” feature notes that Belgian singer Angèle wore a custom Ludovic de Saint Sernin two-piece at Coachella 2023, crafted in Swarovski crystal mesh and described by Swarovski as featuring 15,000 crystals.

Blondes prefer Swarovski

Swarovski received a nod from another famous blonde of her day. Remembered as an icon of elegance and beauty unmatched in her generation, Marilyn Monroe was enchanting in Swarovski crystals on many occasions. She had gowns covered in crystals and gorgeous jewellery too. No one can forget that pink gown and all the dazzling jewellery in her hit movie, “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.” That’s right, the crystals were everywhere as Ms Monroe sang, “Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend,” in what is one of pop culture’s most iconic moments. She is also remembered in the annals of history as wearing a gown covered in Swarovski crystals as she sang, “Happy Birthday Mr President,” on live television to U.S. President John F. Kennedy. That famous gown was covered in 2,500 crystals. When under the spotlight, the dress beneath the crystals seemed to disappear and left Ms. Monroe sparkling in the spotlight.     

Jewellery and movie enthusiasts know another icon who brings together magical moments involving Swarovski crystals in a movie. Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast At Tiffany’s.” Ms. Hepburn played a wacky but fashionable young woman named Holly Golightly. In the film, Ms. Hepburn often wore a tiara and statement necklaces, plus rings and earrings that Swarovski made with their beautiful crystals.     

Swarovski Works of Art

Swarovski has created some fantastic works of art over the years for special occasions. One such event was the 2018 American Academy Awards. Swarovski fashioned a stage full of shine using 45 million crystals that took 3,000 hours to assemble, and the display weighed over 15,000 pounds. What an extraordinary accomplishment.

Let’s face it; Swarovski crystals are engrained in culture all around the world. Worn by royalty and ordinary people, women and men are adorned with jewellery and clothing, and much more, made with Swarovski crystals. Not only does Swarovski produce accessories and figurines, among countless other items, but jewellery artists also use their crystals just like us. Crafting the most stunning jewellery that glimmers with layers of colour and shine is what we love. Like Daniel Swarovski, we use these glorious crystals to make products that bring smiles of appreciation to our customers’ faces. Cheque out our one-of-a-kind designs made with Swarovski crystals.

Difference Between Swarovski Crystals and Swarovski Elements

We can be pretty short about that. There is no difference. The only difference which exists is that Elements is not used anymore by Swarovski. So it is Swarovski Crystals and not Swarovski Elements.

Crystals at Yazzy’s

We sell unique handmade fashion jewellery and accessories. Our original pieces are one of a kind and not produced in mass quantity. They are embellished with crystal components, you can be sure about that you.

We can invite you to have a look at our website and see for yourself. Other items you can discover are handbags and small leather items. We want each piece to be exclusive for a small circle of customers, with luxurious crystals adorning you with beauty and unforgettable brilliance shining from each crystal.

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