Swarovski Crystal Pendants

Swarovski crystal pendants are precision-cut crystal focal pieces manufactured in Austria, available in 50+ distinct shapes across 70+ colours and effects for use in necklaces, earrings, bracelets and bespoke jewellery designs. Each pendant features a large bevelled through-hole that prevents thread fraying and accommodates the full range of cords, chains and wires used in professional jewellery making. Bluestreak Crystals stocks all pendant shapes across the full colour range, with same or next working day dispatch on the majority of orders.

Bluestreak Crystals: Authorised Swarovski Distribution Partner

Bluestreak Crystals is an official Authorised Swarovski Distribution Partner, one of a very small number of approved suppliers worldwide permitted to sell the complete genuine Swarovski range. Every pendant is directly sourced from Swarovski Wattens, Austria, and quality-assured.

Alongside the Swarovski range, we also stock two further premium crystal brands: Serinity crystals, our own Austrian-made brand, and Preciosa crystals, premium Czech-cut crystals with excellent brilliance across the full range.

What Shapes Do Swarovski Crystal Pendants Come In?

The range covers 50+ pendant shapes, from classic drops and hearts through to geometric and specialty cuts. All pendants feature a large bevelled through-hole designed to prevent thread fraying and accommodate a wide range of cords and chains.

Drop pendants — a graceful teardrop profile that catches and reflects light in motion. The standard choice for earrings and statement necklaces.
Briolette pendants — full all-round faceting for exceptional light reflection from every angle. Popular for luxury earrings, chandelier designs and focal necklace pieces.
Heart pendants — the most popular shape for romantic and sentimental jewellery. Available in a wide range of sizes and colours including Crystal, Crystal AB and seasonal effects.
Baroque pendants — an irregular, asymmetric silhouette inspired by ornate Baroque style. Popular for bohemian-inspired earrings and statement necklaces.
Bicone pendants — a distinctive double-cone profile precision-cut for brilliant sparkle. Ideal for delicate earrings and pendant necklaces where movement enhances light refraction.
Flower pendants — a delicate, nature-inspired silhouette for botanical jewellery themes.
Cross pendants — a popular choice for meaningful charm jewellery and necklace designs.
Emerald-cut pendants — sleek step-faceted rectangular profiles for a sophisticated, architectural look.
Diamond pendants — faceted silhouettes that closely replicate the appearance of a real diamond, without the cost. A compelling choice for luxury jewellery designs where impact matters.
Specialty shapes — including round, pear, square, triangle and oval cuts for creative and distinctive focal jewellery designs.

What Sizes and Colours Are Available?

Swarovski crystal pendants are available in sizes suited to both delicate accent work and large statement focal pieces, across 70+ colours and effects. The colour range includes classic Crystal and Crystal AB (Aurora Borealis) iridescent coating, shimmer effects, metallic finishes, ReCreated™ colours and seasonal LacquerPRO Ignite effects. Every pendant is produced using Swarovski's precision X-Cut technology, is lead-free and fully REACH-compliant.

Why Choose Swarovski Crystal Pendants?

Swarovski engineers each pendant to exact specifications using proprietary Austrian cutting technology, ensuring consistent facet alignment, maximum light refraction and uniform sizing across every pendant in the range. As focal pieces, they deliver dramatic sparkle that intensifies with movement, producing the kind of brilliance that defines luxury jewellery. The large bevelled hole ensures durability under tension and works with silk thread, nylon cord, leather cord, fine chain and wire alike. All pendants are lead-free and REACH-compliant since 2012.

What Are Swarovski Crystal Pendants Used For?

Professionals use Swarovski crystal pendants primarily as focal pieces in necklaces and earrings, where their precision-cut facets and movement-enhanced brilliance have the most visual impact. Drop and briolette shapes are particularly popular for chandelier earrings and statement necklaces. Heart and cross pendants are widely used for bridal, occasion and gift jewellery. Consistent sizing and batch accuracy mean the same pendant can be specified confidently across an entire production run.

Complete Your Designs

Swarovski crystal pendants work beautifully as focal pieces alongside Swarovski crystal beads for necklaces, earrings and bracelets, or combined with Swarovski crystal pearls for elegant, refined designs. For the complete heart pendant range, visit our dedicated Swarovski heart pendants collection. Add embellishment and dimensional detail with Swarovski flatback crystals and Swarovski chatons and fancy stones. Browse our full range of jewellery making tools and adhesives, including findings, wire and threading materials.

Why Buy Swarovski Crystal Pendants from Bluestreak?

Authorised distributor — guaranteed genuine Swarovski crystal pendants sourced directly from Wattens, Austria
Complete range in stock — all 50+ pendant shapes across 70+ colours and 30+ effects
Fast dispatch — majority of orders shipped same or next working day, with express options to the USA in 2 to 5 days
Worldwide shipping — reliable international delivery with tracked options
Colour support — Swarovski colour charts and a sample service for confident colour matching
Trade pricing available — apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders
Other brands in stock — Serinity (Austrian-made, our own brand) and Preciosa (Czech-made) also available

For pricing enquiries or help sizing a production order, contact our team at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Swarovski crystal pendants? ▾

Swarovski crystal pendants are precision-cut Austrian glass crystal components designed to serve as focal pieces in jewellery making. Unlike crystal beads, pendants feature a large bevelled through-hole that is specifically engineered to prevent thread fraying and allow the pendant to hang and move freely on a cord, chain or wire. They are available in nineteen distinct shapes and a wide range of sizes and colours, making them one of the most versatile jewellery making components in the Swarovski range.

What is the difference between Swarovski crystal pendants and beads? ▾

The primary difference is in the hole design and intended use. Swarovski crystal pendants have a large bevelled through-hole designed for hanging on a cord or chain as a focal piece, and are typically asymmetric or shaped to catch the light in motion. Swarovski crystal beads have a smaller, centered through-hole designed for stringing multiple beads in sequence on wire or thread. Pendants are used as single statement focal pieces; beads are used to create continuous strung designs.

What Swarovski pendant shapes are available? ▾

Swarovski crystal pendants are available in nineteen shapes for approved customers, including baroque, bicone, briolette, cross, diamond, drop, emerald-cut, flower, heart, round, pear, square, triangle and oval, plus additional specialty cuts. The most popular pendant shapes for jewellery making are drop, briolette and heart pendants, which are widely used in earrings, necklaces and charm jewellery across professional and handmade design.

Can Swarovski crystal pendants be combined with Swarovski beads and pearls? ▾

Yes. Swarovski crystal pendants are designed to work seamlessly alongside the full Swarovski crystal range. The most popular combinations are a pendant as the central focal piece with Swarovski crystal beads strung either side for necklaces and bracelets, or a pendant with Swarovski crystal pearls for elegant, refined bridal and occasion jewellery designs. Consistent sizing and colour accuracy across the Swarovski range ensures a cohesive, professional finish.

What are Swarovski crystal pendants used for? ▾

Swarovski crystal pendants are primarily used as focal pieces in necklaces and earrings, where they hang freely and catch the light from multiple angles in motion. They are also widely used in charm bracelets, bridal jewellery, occasion accessories and bespoke handmade jewellery. Heart pendants are particularly popular for romantic and gift jewellery; briolette and drop pendants are the most popular for earrings; baroque pendants are popular for bohemian and contemporary statement designs.

Are Swarovski crystal pendants lead-free? ▾

Yes. All Swarovski crystal pendants manufactured since 2012 are fully lead-free and REACH-compliant, certified to Oekotex Standard 100 and ISO 9001. They are safe for use in professional jewellery production and consumer goods worldwide.

What thread or cord should I use with Swarovski crystal pendants? ▾

Swarovski crystal pendants feature a large bevelled through-hole designed to accommodate a wide range of threading materials. They work well on fine chains, nylon cord, leather cord, silk thread and jewellery wire. The bevelled edge of the hole prevents fraying on softer threading materials. For the most professional results, use a jump ring or bail to attach the pendant to a chain, allowing it to hang and move freely. Browse our full range of jewellery making supplies including findings, chains and wire for the right threading materials for your design.

What size Swarovski pendant should I use for a necklace? ▾

For an everyday pendant necklace, 14mm to 18mm is the most popular size range, large enough to read as a statement focal piece without overwhelming the design. For delicate or layered necklaces, 8mm to 12mm pendants work well. For bold statement and occasion necklaces, 20mm and above creates maximum visual impact. Mixing pendant sizes across multiple chains in a layered design adds dimension and visual interest.