Originally developed in Austria, the most integral aspect of
our high-quality fashion jewelry collection is the use
of Swarovski®
crystal. Swarovski® crystal is essentially
glass containing 32% lead content. The addition of lead
to glass creates a strong material able to be facet-cut
while embracing a deep spectrum of color. Swarovski® is
the industry leader of sharp-cut crystal production,
giving the crystal additional brilliance and a diamond-like
sparkle.

Every item is cast of pewter, a light and wearable base metal.
Components are made of brass for strength. All cast products
are hand-polished prior to plating to ensure surfaces
are free from defects. Holes are then hand-drilled corresponding
with the crystal size to ensure a perfect fit. All items
are then electro flash plated with various degrees of
gold and/or rhodium (a member of the platinum family),
and are 100% nickel free. This process is fully automated
to maintain a standard finish. Rhodium is utilized rather
than sterling silver as it is a stronger metal and will
not tarnish.
The
final process in the creation of Annaleece jewelry is the
most labor-intensive and requires skilled patience as each Swarovski® crystal
is set by hand. Finally, all products receive a final
quality inspection at the manufacturer and again at the distribution
point to ensure our customer the best possible product.