The elegant tradition of the drop shape
The drop shaped cut crystal is perhaps the most classic of all sun catcher shapes, long used in chandeliers, lamps, jewellery and window decoration. Between the thinner upper part and the slightly wider lower drop body, finely cut edges guide the light. It gives you elegant, gentle dots of light on the wall, and many feel this shape has the most beautiful classic look.
Where it belongs in the bedroom and elsewhere
Because the light picture of the drop shape is not scattered but rather concentrated and quieter, it shows especially well on a bedroom, child's room or bathroom window. In the morning or at twilight, the softer light plays gently on it. If you want a calm room with a soft mood, this shape is a better choice than the stronger radiation of a cone or a sphere.
Why AAA quality matters
The AAA marking is the highest quality level of cut glass crystals: clear, flawless, free of air bubbles and scratches. For the drop shape this matters especially, because the curved surfaces of the form reveal every kind of flaw more clearly. On an AAA quality drop crystal you will not see dull patches, and the rainbow colours stay sharp.
Size, weight, packaging
Width: 3.2 centimetres. Height: 5 centimetres. Weight: only 26 grams, one of the lightest shapes. Material: AAA quality cut glass crystal with a small metal loop on top for hanging. Packaging: simple cardboard. Country of origin: China. Because of the 26 gram weight you can safely hang it even with a very thin fishing line or cord.
Care and lasting beauty
The curved surfaces of the drop shape catch a little more dust than flat sides. Wipe it once a month with a soft dry microfibre cloth. Do not put it under running water, as corrosion may start at the metal loop. Do not use chemicals. If you put it in a bathroom, choose a spot where warm steam does not condense on the surface, since stains are hard to remove.