Swarovski Chaton & Fancy Stones

Swarovski chatons and fancy stones are precision-cut Austrian-made jewellery stones with pointed or elevated backs, also known as pointed back crystals or table diamonds, designed for prong setting, bezel setting, bead embroidery and clay/resin embedding. The range covers the 1028 Xilion and 1088 Xirius chatons alongside the full Swarovski fancy stone shape range across navette, oval, pear, marquise, cushion, heart, triangle and specialty cuts in PP and SS sizes. Available in retail and wholesale quantities with no minimum order, ideal for bespoke jewellery, couture embellishment, bead embroidery and high-end professional design.

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 range of Swarovski chatons and fancy stones. Every stone is 100% authentic, sourced directly from Swarovski Wattens, Austria, with consistent batch quality and dimensional accuracy across the full range.

What Are Swarovski Chatons?

Swarovski chatons, also known as round stones, pointed back crystals or table diamonds, are multi-faceted round glass crystal stones with a fully pointed back and a flat or slightly domed front table. The pointed back concentrates light refraction through the crystal from below, creating exceptional depth of colour and brilliance that flatback stones cannot achieve. Swarovski chatons are available in two articles: the 1028 Xilion (classic, 12-facet) and the 1088 Xirius (premium, refined facet geometry for maximum brilliance), with foiled and unfoiled versions in PP and SS sizes across 90+ colours and effects.

For the dedicated chaton range covering both articles across all sizes and colours, browse the Swarovski chatons collection.

What Are Swarovski Fancy Stones?

Swarovski fancy stones are non-round shaped jewellery stones, built on the same pointed or elevated back construction as chatons but available across a wide variety of shapes. The Swarovski fancy stone range covers navette (elongated pointed), oval (rounded elongated), pear (teardrop), square (Princess cut style), cushion (square with softened edges), octagon (eight-sided), heart, triangle, marquise, baguette (elongated rectangular) and specialty cuts including seasonal Innovations releases.

Fancy stones are used as focal pieces in shaped metal settings, as accent and complementary stones in multi-stone jewellery designs, in bead embroidery where the distinctive shape becomes part of the design, and in resin and metal clay work where shaped cavities are formed to match. The range gives designers significant variety beyond the classic round chaton profile, supporting bespoke jewellery, bridal pieces, statement designs and couture embellishment.

What Are Rivolis?

Rivolis are a specific type of round fancy stone with a pointed top and pointed back, producing exceptionally deep, multi-dimensional sparkle. Unlike standard chatons, the double-pointed profile generates shifting light refraction from every angle as the piece moves. Rivolis are used primarily in bead embroidery bezels and metal bezel settings.

Chatons vs Flatback Crystals: Which Should You Choose?

The key difference is the back profile and how the stone is fixed. Flatback crystals have a flat reverse and are applied directly to surfaces using hotfix adhesive, jewellery glue or stitching, ideal for fabric, glass, metal, nails and any surface where a flush, bonded application is needed. Chatons and fancy stones have a pointed or elevated back that requires a prong, bezel or embedded cavity to hold the stone securely, allowing the faceted crown to protrude for maximum light refraction.

Both types are used together in professional jewellery and embellishment work. Flatbacks provide surface coverage and sparkle; chatons and fancy stones provide depth, dimensionality and the intense brilliance associated with fine jewellery.

Sizes and Measurements

Swarovski measures chatons in PP (pearl plate) and SS (stone size) units. PP sizes run from PP14 (approximately 2.0mm) through to PP32 (approximately 4.05mm) for smaller stones, with SS sizes extending from SS17 through to SS39 and above for larger pieces. Fancy stones are measured in millimetres by their longest dimension. Each product listing includes both the size code and the millimetre equivalent to help you select the right size for your setting or design.

Why Choose Swarovski Chatons and Fancy Stones?

Swarovski chatons and fancy stones are produced using proprietary Austrian cutting technology developed by Swarovski since 1895, engineered to deliver consistent facet alignment, reliable fit in metal settings and maximum brilliance across every batch. The availability of both foiled and unfoiled versions makes them suitable for the full range of setting and embroidery techniques. Consistent sizing across all batches is essential for prong settings where dimensional accuracy directly affects fit, making them the established premium choice for bespoke jewellery, couture embellishment and bead embroidery worldwide. All stones are lead-free and REACH-compliant.

What Are Swarovski Chatons and Fancy Stones Used For?

Jewellers set Swarovski chatons and fancy stones in prong and bezel settings for bespoke jewellery including rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets. In bead embroidery, embroiderers stitch seed beads around each stone to create a bezel directly on fabric. In metal clay and resin jewellery, stones are embedded into shaped cavities during the forming process. In couture and fashion work, dimensional stones add depth beyond flatback applications. Cup chain, which sets small chatons into continuous linked metal cups, is widely used for border and trim embellishment on garments and accessories; browse our Swarovski metal trimmings collection for cup chain in chaton format.

Complete Your Designs

For dedicated browsing of round chatons across the 1028 Xilion and 1088 Xirius articles, visit the Swarovski chatons collection. Swarovski chatons and fancy stones combined work beautifully alongside Swarovski flatback crystals for mixed-method designs that combine the depth of set stones with the surface coverage of flatbacks. For beaded designs, pair with Swarovski crystal beads and Swarovski crystal pearls to create jewellery with multiple textures. For pendant focal pieces, explore Swarovski crystal pendants. For the complete current range across all product types, visit our Swarovski crystals collection. Browse our full range of jewellery findings including metal settings, prong settings and bezels, alongside our tools and adhesives.

Why Buy Swarovski Chatons and Fancy Stones from Bluestreak?

Authorised distributor — guaranteed genuine Swarovski chatons and fancy stones sourced directly from Wattens, Austria
Complete range in stock — all shapes, sizes and colours across articles 1028 Xilion, 1088 Xirius, rivolis and shaped fancy stones
Foiled and unfoiled options — both versions stocked for opaque setting work and transparent embroidery applications
Fast dispatch — majority of orders shipped same or next working day, with express options to the USA in 2 to 5 days
Retail and wholesale packs — no minimum order, suited to single bespoke pieces and full production runs alike
Worldwide shipping — reliable international delivery with tracked options
Colour support — Swarovski colour charts and a sample service for confident colour selection
Trade pricing available — apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders
Other brands in stock — Serinity chatons and round stones (Austrian-made) and Preciosa chatons and fancy stones (Czech-made) also available

Buy the complete range of Swarovski crystals from a Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner. For pricing enquiries or production-quantity discussions, contact our team at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Swarovski chatons? ▾

Swarovski chatons are multi-faceted glass crystal stones with a fully pointed back and a flat or slightly domed front table, also known as round stones, pointed back crystals or table diamonds. The pointed back concentrates light refraction through the crystal from below, creating exceptional depth of colour and brilliance that flatback stones cannot achieve. Swarovski chatons are available in two articles: the 1028 Xilion and the newer 1088 Xirius, in PP and SS sizes across 90+ colours and effects.

What's the difference between Xilion and Xirius chatons? ▾

The 1028 Xilion is Swarovski's established chaton article, with a 12-facet cut delivering classic chaton brilliance. The 1088 Xirius is the newer chaton article with refined facet geometry designed to maximise light return and produce a slightly more intense sparkle. Both are widely used in professional jewellery making; the choice often comes down to setting compatibility and the specific brilliance signature the designer wants. Both are precision-cut to consistent dimensions for reliable fit in prong, bezel and channel settings.

What are Swarovski fancy stones? ▾

Swarovski fancy stones are non-round shaped jewellery stones built on the same pointed or elevated back construction as chatons, available in shapes including navette, oval, pear, square, cushion, octagon, heart, triangle and specialty cuts. They are used as focal pieces in shaped metal settings, as accent stones in multi-stone designs, and in bead embroidery and resin work where a distinctive shape adds visual interest. The pointed or elevated back requires a setting or cavity to hold the stone, allowing the faceted crown to project for maximum brilliance.

What are rivolis? ▾

Rivolis are a specific type of round fancy stone with a pointed top and pointed back, producing exceptionally deep, multi-dimensional sparkle. Unlike standard chatons (which have a flat or slightly domed table), the double-pointed rivoli profile generates shifting light refraction from every angle as the piece moves. Rivolis are used primarily in bead embroidery bezels and metal bezel settings, where embroiderers or jewellers can showcase the unique double-pointed brilliance through a surrounding bezel.

What's the difference between chatons and flatback crystals? ▾

The key difference is the back profile and how the stone is fixed. Flatback crystals have a flat reverse, applied directly to surfaces using hotfix adhesive, jewellery glue or stitching — ideal for fabric, glass, metal and nail application. Chatons and fancy stones have a pointed or elevated back that requires a prong, bezel or embedded cavity to hold the stone, allowing the faceted crown to project for maximum light refraction. Both types are routinely used together: flatbacks for surface coverage, chatons for depth and fine jewellery brilliance.

What size chatons should I use for prong settings? ▾

Chaton size depends on the setting size. Common pavé and accent stone sizes are PP14 (approximately 2.0mm) to PP24 (approximately 3.1mm). For focal stones in single-stone rings, pendants and earrings, SS17 (approximately 4.0mm) to SS39 (approximately 8.4mm) are widely used. Always match the chaton size to the prong setting specification — most jewellery findings list compatible PP or SS sizing. Check our jewellery findings collection for compatible prong, bezel and channel settings.

What's the difference between foiled and unfoiled chatons? ▾

Foiled chatons have a mirrored coating applied to the pointed back, which reflects light back through the crystal to maximise brilliance in opaque settings (closed-back bezels, prong settings on solid bases). Unfoiled chatons have no backing coating, allowing light to pass through the stone from both sides. Use foiled for standard set jewellery work where the back is enclosed; use unfoiled for backlit applications, bead embroidery where transparent stones suit the design, and resin or clay embedding where light passes through the piece.

How quickly can I receive Swarovski chatons and fancy stones? ▾

The majority of orders dispatch same or next working day from our warehouse. UK orders typically arrive within 1-2 working days; USA orders within 2 to 5 days via express shipping. For tight bespoke jewellery deadlines or production-quantity orders, contact us directly at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com to confirm stock and dispatch timing before placing the order.