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What glue do you use to mend a broken swarovski figurine?

I have a swarovski figurine that is a bull fighter and he tipped over in an earthquake and his head broke off. What type of glue do I use to glue his head on?
Sandy, July 2010
Do Not use super glue. it will not bond

Allan B. Mittelmark / Restorationist, March 2011
I have been restoring broken Swarovski's for a zillion years.
I bond them with a special UV chemical and a UV light. see my web site at:
www.repair2restore.com
Allan B. Mittelmark
7649 Caprio Drive
Boynton Beach, FL 33472
561-733-4801

Allan B. Mittelmark / Restorationist, March 2011
Cyanoacrylate cement (Superglue, Instant Glue) is a very clear, strong, fast curing adhesive that will make barely noticeable repairs on glass objects, especially with clean breaks. The surfaces must be clean and grease-free for best bonding. Since the cement cures rapidly you must be able to press the parts together quickly and accurately and hold them in place for a few minutes. Allow overnight for full strength. Excess cement can be carefully scraped off the glass if any has escaped from the joint.

Robin, July 2010
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