At first glance, rhinestone jewelry and crystal jewelry may seem incredibly similar and while they do have some of the same attributes, there are a few differences as well. Rhinestone jewelry can be more muted in color and sheen and are typically made out of glass instead of crystal. As glass is less expensive to manufacture and make into jewelry, rhinestone jewelry provides yet another cost benefit when looking for something much like the high end gemstones they set out to mimic. Adding rhinestones to simple everyday items like headbands can take a functional accessory and dress it up. Brooches are also a common piece of rhinestone jewelry as they are relatively easy to make and can be made into fun designs and added to a new piece of jewelry have a more vintage look. The vintage look of recent rhinestone jewelry comes from its overwhelming popularity and use in the 1950s. Charms that are embellished with rhinestones have also become a popular addition to bracelets and necklaces as they pair very well with earthy semi precious stones and silver.