Definition: a type of glass stone manufactured by Swarovski first used in costume jewelry in the 1950s and '60s; name refers to the scalloped shape of the stone rather than the color, which can vary from bi-colored examples to solid colors; drilled in the middle of the stone and often prong set with a decorative rhinestone-tipped pin inserted through the center
Pronunciation: mar-ga-ree-ta
Also Known As: marguerite (name used by collectors for many years, but original Swarovski packaging on vintage stones denotes the name margarita)
Examples:
Jennie suspected the margarita stones signaled the bracelet was made by DeLizza & Elster, but she wisely sought confirmation prior to listing the piece for sale since other manufacturers also used these stones.
