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RHINESTONE   Rhinestones are artificial clear or colored stones of high luster made of glass, paste or gem quartz that are intended to simulate diamonds. The best rhinestones are cut from quartz crystal. Natural crystals from the bottom of the river Rhine in Germany were early substitutes for diamonds. Hence the term Rhinestone. Some people also refer to them as crystals or stones. Generally, the stone's cut combined with the overall quality determine the price. The higher the grade, the more the rhinestone will sparkle. Please click here to view my vintage costume jewelry collection, many beautiful rhinestone pieces. What are Aurora Borealis rhinestones? Very often you'll see some rhinestones shining different colors. They are called Aurora Borealis (abbreviated AB) rhinestones. Aurora Borealis rhinestones are rhinestones that have a special coating (developed in 1955) which produces a rainbow of colors. It is applied to the surface of a glass stone or bead to create a rainbow-colored sparkle. The term Aurora Borealis is derived from the brilliant colors of yellow, orange, green and blue of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights atmospheric phenomena. Please click here to view my vintage costume jewelry collection, many beautiful Aurora Borealis rhinestone pieces. |
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