What does the package they came in look like or what does it/did it say on it? Real ones come clearly labeled made in Austria so obviously comming from ebay these are most likely not real still I would like to know if they are glass or plastic. Thanks
Google swarovski beads and a few links will come up that talk about real versus fake and how you can identify by looking inside the bead holes and looking at the facets but the easiest thing is the packaging, you can also tell by if the beads are all the same exact size or not, if you can see bubbles inside of them, if the drill holes are uneven if the facets are uneven if the size colors or finish is uneven and on AB crystals if there is an oily appearance to the finish.
Thank you Lisa , I just ordered some Swavorski Crystal Element Fusion Bicone beads from a reputable dealer that promises authenticity so I should be able to tell as soon as those arrive in a couple days :-)
I'm fine with them either way also but only if the beads are glass And not if they are plastic, most people can tell a plastic crystal from a glass one just by looking at them or feeling them