The word crystal originated in the mid 18th century from the Latin candela meaning to glisten and from the French chandelier meaning candle. Traditionally when we think of decorative crystal chandeliers we imagine just that, glistening lights that sparkle and possess classic elegance. If you have a little of romance, you are likely to be attracted to modern indoor crystal lamp.
Most of crystal chandeliers are made of glass. However, the glass for the production of crystal glass chandelier is different with the glass in your windows, cups, glasses. The crystal containing lead oxide, compared with ordinary glass, it has more weight and more refraction. This means that the crystal is more brilliant, more shine and has the prism.
