Dichroic glass is considered as one of the most amazing bead because of the color it displays. Dichroic literally means two color but it exhibits several colors depending on the angle from which it is viewed. The metallic sheen and stunning rainbow effect of the bead has made it amongst most attractive beads of the world.

It is produced mainly by countries like India, China, Japan, Italy, Czechoslovakia, and U.S.A. Due to its magical splitting of color, it has multiple usage.

Process
Dichroic glass is prepared by using thin glass physics. It does not use any dyes gel or coloring agent to create colors. In fact, the color is created only through manipulation of light. The glass is created by the fusion of regular glass with semi reflective metals like aluminum and titanium. The dichroic glass beads are made out of these glass, either by pressing technique or by lampwork technique.

Popular Forms
The varying shapes, size and colors of the dichroic glass beads has enhanced their role in jewelery market. They are available in different shapes like circular, square, spherical, cylindrical, bi cone, etc. These beads, when fitted in jewellery's like bracelets, rings, pendants, chains and earrings, magnify their beauty. The decorative items of dichroic beads add magnificence in interior and exterior decoration.