Beaded Crystal
What's the difference between Swarovski Crystal beads and "crystal" beads that sell by strands?
I see some stores that sell "crystal" beads that look just like the Swarovski ones, but in strands. Looks much cheaper (http://beadbuddies.net/Crystal_Round_8mm.html). What's the difference? How can you tell real Swarovski Crystals from just plain Crystal Beads?
Swarovski beads are more expensive, but they are usually a much better quality and have more sparkle.
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PUGSTER BIRTHDAY CAKE PINK CRYSTAL SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET B83 | US $.99 | 15m |
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PUGSTER CLEAR CRYSTAL FLOWER SILVER BEAD FOR BRACELET D91 | US $.99 | 15m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD NOV BIRTH SPACER CHARM FOR BRACELET J02 | US $.99 | 15m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD BLUE SWIRL AND DOTS YELLOW MURANO GLASS CHARM FOR BRACELET J66 | US $.99 | 15m |
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Color Code Plier Tool Kit Jewelry Making Mini Round Nose Chain Side Cutter Set | US $7.98 | 16m |
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Silver Plated Sideways Cross Bracelet w Light Red siam Crystals Shamballa beads | US $20.99 | 16m |
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JEWELRY MIXED LOT WHOLESALE BY THE POUND NEW OLD MANY NEW PIECES FOR RESALE | US $7.99 | 16m |
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PUGSTER LITTLE CUTE LION SILVER TONE EUROPEAN CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET E97 | US $.99 | 16m |
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Green Czech Crystal Zig Zag European Spacer Bead Fit Charm Bracelet Pp308 | US $4.99 | 17m |
![542a] Necklace Gorgeous BLUE CRYSTAL CLEAR Lampwork Glass Spiral Pendant](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800818552_0.jpg) |
542a] Necklace Gorgeous BLUE CRYSTAL CLEAR Lampwork Glass Spiral Pendant | US $8.00 | 17m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD SPACER SILVER TONE CHARM FOR BRACELET H82 | US $.99 | 17m |
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PUGSTER CRYSTAL LETTER H DANGLE SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET N34 | US $.99 | 17m |
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PUGSTER LOVE BIRDS TWOTONE SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET K28 | US $.99 | 17m |
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PUGSTER RED HEART SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET B74 | US $.99 | 18m |
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Vintage 3 multi strand beaded necklace 17 graduated pearls lg pearl 14mm | US $9.99 | 18m |
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vintage 3 strand beaded necklace 20 graduated pearlscrystalsilk lg bead 20mm | US $9.99 | 18m |
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PUGSTER BEAR HOLDING XMAS TREE GOLDEN CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET U24 | US $.99 | 18m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD CIRCLE CHARM FOR BRACELET M46 | US $.99 | 18m |
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NWT Lia Sophia Blushing Necklace | US $46.00 | 18m |
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Faceted Crystal Fit for Charm Bracelet Beads Ruby 8 | US $5.99 | 19m |
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Lot of beads hooks charms latches more | US $11.50 | 19m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD PINK WITH APRIL BIRTHSTONE CLEAR CRYSTAL CHARM FOR BRACELET A43 | US $.99 | 20m |
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LADIES JEAN POCKET CHAINNWT AND REMOVEABLE C | US $5.00 | 20m |
![567a] Tennis Bracelet Womens SP Swarovski Crystals ROSE](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800821448_0.jpg) |
567a] Tennis Bracelet Womens SP Swarovski Crystals ROSE | US $6.00 | 20m |
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3X6X6MM 4X7X6MM WHITE CRYSTAL GEM NUGGET BEADS 15 2 3 | US $.99 | 20m |
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NWT Designer Scarf Necklace Neckwear Unique design | US $35.00 | 20m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD CRYSTAL CZ SILVER CHARM FOR BRACELET T11 | US $.99 | 20m |
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Tiffany Co Sterling 925 Multi Strand Necklace with Faceted Tear Drop Beads | US $135.50 | 20m |
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Tony Bowls 112543 Turquoise RHINESTONED Pageant Prom Gown MAJOR SPARKLE NWT 10 | US $190.00 | 21m |
![573a] Tennis Bracelet Womens SP Swarovski Crystals ASSORTED PASTELS](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800821779_0.jpg) |
573a] Tennis Bracelet Womens SP Swarovski Crystals ASSORTED PASTELS | US $6.00 | 21m |
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AVE MARIA ITALIAN PINK TEARS OF MARY CRYSTAL ROSARY GIFT BOX INCLUDED | US $28.95 | 21m |
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PUGSTER RED CRYSTAL JUL BIRTHSTONE SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET R82 | US $.99 | 22m |
![57a] Bracelet WINTER FUN Snowmen Snowflakes Chunky Charms](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800822543_0.jpg) |
57a] Bracelet WINTER FUN Snowmen Snowflakes Chunky Charms | US $18.00 | 22m |
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NEW Brighton ABC 4th Of July Firecracker Independance Day Charm | US $35.00 | 22m |
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PUGSTER® PURPLE CRYSTAL ART CROSS DANGLE CHARM BEADS FOR BRACELET D43 | US $.99 | 22m |
![583a] Bracelet TEAL ZEAL Beaded w Angel Charm 7 1 2](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800822833_0.jpg) |
583a] Bracelet TEAL ZEAL Beaded w Angel Charm 7 1 2 | US $23.00 | 23m |
![58a] Bracelet WINTER FUN Snowflake Blues Czech Glass Swarovski Crystals](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800823562_0.jpg) |
58a] Bracelet WINTER FUN Snowflake Blues Czech Glass Swarovski Crystals | US $20.00 | 24m |
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Women Simulated Crystal Beads Modern Gold Tone Heart Brooch New | US $10.08 | 24m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD FOUR LEAF CLOVER WITH ORANGE RED ENAMEL AND CHARM FOR BRACELET H94 | US $.99 | 24m |
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Iridescent Crystal Rosary Bracelet | US $24.99 | 24m |
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Pink And White Silver Foil Lampwork Beads With Rose Quartz Bracelet | US $20.00 | 24m |
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AVE MARIA ITALIAN SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL ROSARY GIFT BOX SEPT BIRTHSTONE CATHOLIC | US $27.99 | 24m |
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STUNNING QUARTZ FLOWER GEMSTONE 925 SILVER ART necklace | US $51.95 | 24m |
![593a] Necklace Totally Awesome Lampwork Mirror Finish Heart Pendant Chain](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800824177_0.jpg) |
593a] Necklace Totally Awesome Lampwork Mirror Finish Heart Pendant Chain | US $14.00 | 24m |
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PUGSTER APR BIRTHSTONE GOLD PLATED CLEAR CRYSTAL CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET T15 | US $.99 | 25m |
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PUGSTER® WHITE BALL WITH BLACK CRYSTAL EUROPEAN CHARM BEADS FOR BRACELET G06 | US $.99 | 25m |
![597a] Necklace Earrings WINTER FUN Ster Silver Swarovski Pearls Snowmen](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800824607_0.jpg) |
597a] Necklace Earrings WINTER FUN Ster Silver Swarovski Pearls Snowmen | US $28.00 | 25m |
![600a] Earrings Gorgeous Glass 3 D Spiral BLUE CRYSTAL CLEAR NIP](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800824943_0.jpg) |
600a] Earrings Gorgeous Glass 3 D Spiral BLUE CRYSTAL CLEAR NIP | US $5.00 | 26m |
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PUGSTER® BEAD PINK CROWN SILVER CHARM FOR BRACELET C79 | US $.99 | 26m |
![601a] Necklace GP Double Butterfly Ornate w 4 Crystals 12mm Pendant Chain](http://www.germantapia.com/images/e/160800825027_0.jpg) |
601a] Necklace GP Double Butterfly Ornate w 4 Crystals 12mm Pendant Chain | US $8.00 | 26m |
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Custom Made Figure Skating Dress | US $25.00 | 26m |
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PUGSTER® WHITE BALL WITH JULY BIRTHSTONE EUROPEAN CHARM BEADS FOR BRACELET U72 | US $.99 | 26m |
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Fashion Unbranded SHAMBALLA DISCO BALL Friendship BRACELET HEAVY BLING BLK | US $12.95 | 26m |
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FOSSIL BRAND AUTHENTIC JEWELRY BROWN CRYSTAL BIRD NECKLACE NWT | US $19.99 | 27m |
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Fantastic Carved Blue Agate with Yellow Bead Necklace | US $22.72 | 28m |
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Lot of 20 vintage rosary beads | US $95.00 | 28m |
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PUGSTER CRYSTAL LETTER C DANGLE SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET V26 | US $1.56 | 29m |
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9X6X6MM 12X7X6MM 8PCS WHITE CRYSTAL GEMSTONE FACETED NUGGET BEADS | US $.99 | 29m |
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13X8X6MM 15 1 2 WHITE CRYSTAL GEMSTONE NUGGET BEADS | US $.99 | 30m |
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AMORE LA VITA STERLING SILVER 3 D CZ CRYSTAL BALL W LOBSTER CLASP CHARM | US $25.99 | 30m |
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PUGSTER COLORFUL CRYSTAL SURROUND SILVER TONE CHARM BEAD FOR BRACELET M18 | US $1.56 | 31m |
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MILLEFIORI COIN GLASS BEADS 8mm YELLOW BLACK RED 16 strand FREE SHIPPING | US $.99 | 31m |
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♥♥2001 Barbie FERRARI DOLL RED GOWN LIMITED EDITION♥NIB♥ | US $159.99 | 31m |
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AMORE LA VITA STERLING SILVER 3 D SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL MAGIC 8 BALL CHARM | US $36.99 | 31m |
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AMORE LA VITA STERLING SILVER 4 WAY MEDAL W LOBSTER CLASP CHARM | US $29.99 | 32m |
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TIN OF ASSORTED BUTTONS BUGLE BEADS AND SEQUINS TOO | US $4.50 | 32m |
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AVE MARIA ITALIAN AQUA TEARS OF MARY CRYSTAL ROSARY HINGED GIFT BOX INCLUDED | US $27.95 | 32m |
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AMORE LA VITA STERLING SILVER SAINT MICHAEL MEDAL W LOBSTER CLASP CHARM | US $21.99 | 33m |
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STERLING SILVER REFLECTIONS APRIL CRYSTAL BIRTHSTONE BEAD | US $35.99 | 33m |
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Multi Layer RED BLACK Shell Crystal Bead Illusion Costume Jewelry Necklace Set | US $14.95 | 33m |