plastic gems

Costume jewelry stones

Plastic gems are imitation gemstones made from acrylic, resin, or other synthetic materials rather than glass or mineral.

They're used in costume jewelry, craft projects, and decorations where the look of sparkle matters more than authenticity or durability: She glued plastic gems onto the picture frame.

Also called rhinestones or craft gems.

Related

glitter · sparkle · costume jewelry · fake diamonds · bedazzle · facets · shimmer · disco ball · cheap · dollar store · gaudy · craft supplies · hot glue gun · bling · tacky · glue-on · iridescent · chandelier

Opposites
material authenticity

plastic gemsprecious stones

Rare, valued mineral specimens

value/preciousness

plastic gemscrown jewels

Sovereign's ceremonial treasures

Hope Diamond · diamonds · rubies · emeralds · sapphires

quality/craftsmanship

plastic gemsfine jewelry

High-quality decorative pieces

artisan jewelry · heirloom pieces

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G