@SilleeMee I find Swarovski pieces to be very well made. I was given a Swarovski "emerald" tennis bracelet as a gift and it's truly a gorgeous green. I have another family member that received a Swarovski "milenia-blue" pendant & it looks like a real tanzanite. Swarovksi is premier fashion jewelry in my opinion.
I love Swarovski jewelry! I have several pieces, mostly earrings and a couple of bracelets. There was a store here but it's no longer there. Nice quality, you're right.