Swarovski crystals are generally regarded as the finest machine-cut beads in the world. Because of the unique and patented computer generated technology used, each crystal is cut to precision, resulting in crystals perfectly uniform in height, slope and width.

1. Swarovski Special –
How to Spot a Fake

2. Shape & Cut
• Swarovski crystals are generally regarded as
the finest machine-cut beads in the world.
• Because of the unique and patented computer
generated technology used, each crystal is cut
to precision, resulting in crystals perfectly
uniform in height, slope and width.
• Each facet juncture meets at precisely the
same point, and when you line them up, it is
possible to spot fakes with the naked eye if
the edges and corners do not meet.

3. Clarity & Colour
• Swarovski elements have a depth of colour not
matched by even its closest competitors, in some
case the difference is small, but it is still
noticeable.
• Swarovski quality control ensures that each
crystal has a consistency in colour and clarity, so
impurities that might find their way into other
crystals, like air bubbles, should not be present if
you are looking at a genuine Swarovski crystal.

4. Weight
• Swarovski is made of one
of the highest lead
contents of any crystal
bead made, approximately
32% lead, so they will
weigh something, and
each size will have a
specific weight.

5. General Clues
Colour Names - This clue might seem a little odd, but
the crystal colour names are specifically chosen by
Swarovski and are never generic names like blue, red
or green. Look for colour names like Hyacinth, White
Opal or Smokey Quartz.
Foiled Backing – Make sure there is a silver backing on
flatbacks.

6. General Clues
• Official Packaging – If you are buying larger
quantities of crystals that don't require the seller to
break up larger packages, then make sure you
receive them in a sealed, official Swarovski package.
• Loose Beads – When buying beads, beware of them
being sold on a string. Swarovski crystals are all sold
loose and by weight, not quantity.

7. Credits
Article Source:
http://vibrantpointofview.blogspot.com/2010/05/sw
arovski-special-how-to-spot-fake.html
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https://www.myjewellerystory.uk