One of the rarest beads today, this is the classic "disco ball", so called in modern times because it bounces light all over the place like a ceiling ball in a disco. It is a multi-faceted Swarovski creation fully coated with a bright silver finish, from the 40's and 50's. Our stock dates back to the introduction of this item, it is article 5003, in 14mm the color is called Comet Argent Light. Sold in lots of 4pcs for $52, a few full original packages are available (but who knows for how long) for----never mind. Order# BDVN371W. Swarovski began using this type of package in the late 40's when plastics became widely available. The inner package is one of the first uses of a vacuuform, each bead is housed in its own compartment and as we have not opened but a few of them, have not seen the light of day in over 60 years! A full package is 24 pcs and includes the package, a rarity unto itself. Order number BDVN371WP by special request to the webmaster.
Same item in Crystal AB, we have a few each of three sizes. In 16mm a lot of 2 is $25, item BDVN6603. In 14mm they are 2 pcs for $16 and in 7mm they are 6 for $18.
This is the one that was called "The Fireball" in the late 50's. They were in such high demand then that there was actually a black market trading in them at prices up to ten times what they originally cost. How do I know that? Uh.......no comment!
Same item in JET in 12mm lot of 6 $45, item BDVN6102. This bead is solid black, the facets reflect the light incredibly almost making it look like AB in the bright light. Sorry, no packages that are nice enough to sell are available.
Black Lace
What looks like highlights on these beads is actually clear windows! This is one of those things that cannot be perfectly photographed as the light passes through the bead. But when you hold this one in your hands you will be amazed at the illusions presented and the possibilities offered the creative mind. These are 8mm, we have some in 12mm further into the catalog. Fair price for such beauty, Sold in lots of 12 for $21.50. Item # BDVN6032.
With an antique silver in the mix, we just knew there had to be an antique gold someplace, so we went looking for it. Sure enough, here it is, same size and all 8mm. Only one size also, so far. Who knows what lurks in them caverns down there, I won't even go there unless the dog goes with me and she won't go unless she has had a beer or two. Nonetheless, we managed to find these few. Lot of 6 $15, not too many abound, order item number BDVN6631. Guess why.
Article 39, from DS Swarovski, Rose AB, 9mm. Order# BDVN673 for $ 24.00 per lot of 6. 9mm has not been made in years, yet it remains very popular. These are vintage of course and so we still have them.
Long gone 12mm Elestria Dark made in 1956 for the Weiss Company, themselves long gone! A beauty of a bead but very rare, we have only a few to sell. Have a look, they are sold in lots of 4 pcs for $30. While they last, and as you move further into this catalog you will find that this kind, the large rare ones, don't last too long! Order# BD6637x.
Look closely at these beads, these are not just round beads. They have an extra dimension to them, on the sides is another row of facetting, a long ago discontinued process due to the high cost of production. These beads were made in 1955, the style was dropped altogether right after that. They are Original DS Swarovski (of course) and measure 14mm. A good size but unfortunately the large sizes are getting more and more scarce. Precious few remain in the market today in new condition. Crystal AB, clear as can be.
These are sold in lots of 4 pcs for $30. Get them while you can because when they are gone, they are gone forever! See what happened to the 12mm? Gone! Order Item# BDS-555K !!
Gorgeous mango
AB from DS Swarovski, 1955. 4mm Bicones.
Look good, but look a lot better in the hand than on the screen. Just one of those colors you have to know
to appreciate.
Try them in 6mm, only $15 for 12pcs! You will never regret it. Same item as above but 50% bigger. Swarovski, 1955. AB Bicones. Order # BDVN6241x.
Another beauty 5mm bicone A/B in either Ruby or Emerald, both are A/B. Made in Austria in 1956. Either one, same price, sold in lots of 6 for $10.50 Order# BDVN452A(Ruby) or BDVN452B(Emerald).
Green Turmaline 5mm article 5305, long time gone from the lexicon of available products, which is what we specialize in as you must realize by now. Sold in lots of 30pcs for $27. Order #BDVN6430.
Carousel 2B, the B stands for blue. Carousel 2 was made in several colors, so far we have uncovered 2 of the variations, this is the blue one. The other, in the round was the purpley one, Carousel 2V. It is a six millimeter cube, beveled edges cause the light to bounce all over. Sold in lots of 6 for $21, Order # BD-VN6046.
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