aka Crystal Core Pearl, Lead Crystal Pearl
These "pearls" are absolutely faux and absolutely fabulous! Each bead has a genuine Swarovski crystal core and a synthetic pearly coating. Crystal pearls are the premium, top-grade imitation pearl. They are comparable to organic pearls in almost every way: shape, depth of luster, weight and even response to skin temperature. The Swarovski company's innovative coating technology applies the pearl finish in many layers, creating a glow that seems to radiate from within. The finished beads have a smooth, sensuous texture, a perfect shape and consistent color. The high specific gravity of crystal gives the bead an appropriately moderate weight.
The beads' perfect luster is entirely free of flaws, while most manufactured pearls are either too shiny, too matte or too flawed on the surface (such as fibers and bumps). Manufactured pearls also tend to be too lightweight and are prone to fading and chipping. Crystal pearls are resistant to wear, perspiration, sunlight, scratches, perfumes and washing. Bonus: Swarovski updates its wide variety of colors and shapes twice a year, giving designers constantly renewed inspiration.
Courtesy of Rings & Things Wholesale of Spokane, WA
