The Disney movie Pirates of the Caribbean on Stranger Tides is opening in theatres on May 20, 2011.
As Swarovski Disney is a longstanding relationship featuring Disney characters in Swarovski figurines, it is no surprise that the crystal giant is launching jewelry accessories for the Pirates of the Caribbean movie.
I found 22 jewelry accessories, for both men and women, on the Swarovski site, specifically launched for the Pirates of the Caribbean collection. All the official Swarovski product names include the phrase ‘Adventurous Pirates’. Adventurous Pirates jewelry includes: 13 necklaces / pendants, 4 bracelets, 3 Pierced Earrings, and 3 Rings. The price range is $85 to $250, depending on the item. I was a bit intrigued to see that some of the Adventure Pirates jewelry are releasing ‘online limited editions exclusives’.
Adventurous Pirates – Black Pearl Necklace, Online Limited Edition
Adventurous Pirates – High Sea Chalice Pendant, Online Limited Edition
Adventurous Pirates – Skulls and Swords Pendant, Online Limited Edition
I came across a cool interactive site showing the various themes within the Adventurous Pirates: High Sea, Black Pearl, Angelica, and Skulls and Swords.
The Swarovski Pirates of the Caribbean press release is available for the complete story.
Prior to the Pirates of the Caribbean collection, the crystal brand had created the Swarovski Alice in Wonderland jewelry accessories in March, 2010.
The Swarovski Home Accessories product line has under gone a number of name changes, since the inception in 1992.
The line was introduced in 1992, as Swarovski Selection. The initial release was 12 pieces, ranging in price from $325.00 to $995.00. Some of these Swarovski crystal issues, were limited by the number of pieces Swarovski would produce, believing it would make it more desirable to the collector. Being fairly simplistic designs, Silver Crystal collectors did not take a fancy to them. Also, with the price point was on the high side, collectors were indeed selective about what Swarovski Selection figurines were added to their crystal collections.
By 1996, individual Swarovski Selection crystals carried individual numbers on some of the figurines, making each piece distinctive. This individual numbering system has carried over into 2011, but is now coming to an end. Even purchasing a pair of flutes, for example, each was marked with an individual number. (But not all flutes have unique numbers on them.)
In 2002, the product line name changed to Swarovski Crystal Décor. From 2003 – 2007, the product line was known as Swarovski Crystal Home Accessories. In 2008 – 2010, it was Swarovski Home & Interior. Now, in 2011, it is called Swarovski Home Accessories. While the product line name changes evolved due to times, collector tastes, and other reasons, the constant change does make it more difficult for the collector to keep track of Swarovski product lines offered.
In 2004, Swarovski reassigned some crystal figurines from Silver Crystal to Crystal Home Accessories, probably the most memorable are the Waterlily Candleholders.
There have been numerous theme groups over the years, Mood for Ice was probably the most unique. Other theme groups included the Jewels collection, Crystal Jewels, Dressed Up, Out of Africa, Op Art, Rainbow, Crystal Leaves, Crystal Celebrations, and Crystalline. Crystalline is the only theme group still in use today.
Swarovski Home Accessories product literature under older names
Recently, I found a Steiff / Swarovski Limited Edition Bear on the internet and did a short article here on the Kristall Buzz about the bear: Steiff Bear Sapphire is a Limited Edition Bear.
Swarovski Bear, Limited Edition Krystina, decorated with Swarovski crystals
Following that article, I discovered another Steiff Bear decorated with sparkling Swarovski crystal stones.
This new teddy bear is Krystina. The bear features jet black coat of mohair. The right bear paw uses over 150 encrusted with Swarovski Elements stones to spell out Steiff. She wears a collar decorated with over 100 Swarovski crystal stones. She has a white label with the famous Steiff button in the ear.
Steiff Krystina is a limited edition bear, to be available only in 2011. The Krystina Steiff Bear can be purchased from the Danbury Mint UK site.
Yesterday I learned of some another contest for a Swarovski Limited Edition gadget: a Swarovski Union Jack Cardholder.
Not much information is given on the Swarovski Cardholder. The advertisement page does indicate that 50 of the Swarovski Union Jack Cardholders are being given away. They are decorated with red, blue, and silver Swarovski crystal stones.
This give-a-way is a part of the Swarovski crystallized Mini Cooper / Royal Wedding promotion done by Swarovski and Magic 105.4 in the UK in the week preceding the Royal Wedding.
Bazooka candy brand is now in on the ‘royal wedding’ action! Bazooka has added some Swarovski crystal bling to a (non-edible) sapphire ring pop, that’s design is supposed to resemble Kate Middleton’s engagement ring. The limited edition ring consists of a large royal blue component and is surrounded by small Swarovski crystals and has a small crystal stone on the top of the sapphire-like element.
This is a limited edition Swarovski crystal decorated ring pop. One site stated that there were only 50 of the blinged ring pops produced. I did not find any web sites or online stores actually selling the Bazooka non-candy ring, but found several instances of them being given away.
There is some exciting news for Swarovski crystal fanatics and ring pop fanatics, there is a contest on Facebook to WIN this fancy faux sapphire ring pop. The Facebook page is http://www.facebook.com/ringpop . Deadline for entries into the contest is April 29, 2011 at noon EDT.
Good luck if you decide to enter the contest to win the Swarovski crystal and faux sapphire (non-edible) Limited Edition Royal Ring Pop by Bazooka!
I am amazed by all the information that continues to surface about the Swarovski Crystal Mini Cooper that was on display at Westfield, London in the UK April 23.
It was produced by Bling My Thing in Berlin. It utilizes 300,000 hand-set Swarovski crystal stones using the familiar Swarovski Swan in such a pattern that they appear to be flowers.
Additional photos (12 more!) of this expensive royal ride can be found on the Bling My Thing blog along with the “William and Kate” from the Westfield shopping center event.
There is good news for the UK Swarovski crystal fanatics who missed the April 23rd viewing / wedding celebration with the Magic 105.4 radio station. The Swarovski Mini Cooper is to be moved and remain on display at the Swarovski Flagship store (address: 321 Oxford Street) until May 1, 2011.
Swarovski has posted a short video of the Swarovski Mini Cooper on YouTube. In it, you see the white Mini Cooper blinged out with big Swarovski crystal swans on all sides of the car. The top of the Mini Cooper is a British flag.
The crystal brand included several consumer interviews during the video clip, and all were happy to take away a complimentary Swarovski Wedding Pen. The look-alike royal couple posed for photos with the car and attending patrons.
This is not the first Mini Cooper to be embellished with Swarovski crystals. I found several articles about a Swarovski Mini Cooper decorated in 2008, which had been dubbed an ‘American Icon’. Utilizing over 1,000,000 Swarovski stones, this Swarovski Mini Cooper features pictures of scenery only found in USA, such as: The Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, The White House, The American Flag and Eagle, and more. This other Swarovski Mini Cooper has toured the USA and been displayed in museums in the past.
Happy Easter to Swarovski collecting crystal fanatics around the world! May all remember the true meaning of Easter … that Jesus Christ died on the cross to save us.
My friend Mary’s favorite piece of is the Swarovski crystal Cross of Light. It has a special place in her heart representing her strong faith.
Retired Swarovski Cross of Light
The Swarovski Cross of Light is a retired Swarovski crystal figurine. The Cross of Light was produced from 2001 to 2004. The Swarovski designer of the Cross of Light was Stephano Ricci. It is about 7″ tall and originally retailed for $385.
The Swarovski Cross of Light is not always easy to find. Crystal Exchange America does not presently have this item available. However, if you like the online auctions, here are ebay listings for the Swarovski Cross of Light. I checked the average selling price over the last 3 months, and it ranges $175 – $300.
Swarovski has created some jewelry designs featuring crosses, and Crystal Exchange America does have some available: Swarovski Cross Necklace and a Swarovski Cross Pave Charm. Visit their web site at CrystalExchange.com and look in the jewelry category.
Swarovski has gone from crystallizing the FUSE Violins, used by Ben Lee and Linzi Stoppard, to crystallizing a Mini Cooper! The Mini Cooper has been crystallized Swarovski to celebrate the Royal Wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton at the end of April.
The crystal brand has teamed up with a radio station in London, Magic 105.4 to show off this blinged up Swarovski Mini Cooper, complete with look-alike bride and grooms representing the future royal couple. The car and couple were making their appearance April 23rd at the Westfield shopping centre (and I guess if you are in London, you may know where this is).
During this one-day event, Swarovski will be giving away the limited edition Swarovski Wedding Pen (more information about the Swarovski Pen in our blog post dated April 9) AND having a contest in conjunction with the radio station to give away £20,000 to an engaged couple.
I was not able to find any pictures of the Swarovski crystallized Mini Cooper. Since there was a photo op for people, including the car and look-alike couple, I may be able to find some pictures in the next few days. As of now, the crystal giant has not indicated its future plans for the Swarovski crystal Mini Cooper.
I recently did an article about a Swarovski Limited Edition Pen, a UK exclusive, to commemorate the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Since then, I have found more Swarovski Limited Edition memorabilia.
This discovery is for the Swarovski Royal Wedding Prince and Princess Ducks. The Swarovski system # is 1117976. This pair of Swarovski Royal Ducks is a limited edition set with only 3000 pairs produced. They are packaged in a single box and retail for approximately $115 USD.
Swarovski Limited Edition Royal Wedding Ducks
Royal Duck PackagingRoyal Duck Packaging Sticker
The Swarovski Royal Wedding ducks are essentially the Swarovski Happy Prince and Swarovski Happy Princess figurines, but wait! These Swarovski ducks come in a single box. The Swarovski Happy Prince duck of this pair has the royal wedding date (April 29, 2011) etched on the back of the duck. The Swarovski Happy Princess duck of this pair has two wedding rings etched on the back of the duck. This is interesting in that Prince William will not be wearing a wedding ring.
The Swarovski Limited Edition Royal Wedding Ducks can be found in select stores in the UK, including Clifton Collectibles.
Due to the similarities of the Swarovski Royal Wedding Ducks to the Happy Prince Duck and Happy Princess Duck, use caution purchasing these items from private sellers or in online auctions. Here are the things to look for to ensure you are getting accurately-described Swarovski Crystal Royal Wedding figurines:
Royal Wedding Ducks – 2 duck figurines in a single box
Royal Wedding Prince Duck – has wedding date etched on his back
Royal Wedding Princess Duck – has 2 wedding rings etched on her back
Separate boxes and missing ‘special’ marks are indications that items are being mis-represented as the Swarovski Royal Wedding Ducks.
I’m still watching for additional collectibles that use Swarovski components. However, as the date is soon approaching, I can imagine that the window of opportunity for manufacturers is quickly coming to an end.
Thank you Phil at Clifton Collectibles for your contributions to this article!
