The Original Since 1976

1976

The story of the original and unique Trollbeads starts in Denmark. Trollbeads is born as a family company and still today it remains so.

“Some have ideas, some have talent for design, some can find technical solutions and others still have the courage to make it happen. And all of us enjoy working together on a project. It’s that simple",
- Lise Aagaard.

The first silver bead

1976

Faces was the very first bead in the collection. It is a silver bead combined with six faces, and it is designed by Lise Aagaard’s brother, Søren "Silversmith" Nielsen.

Trollbeads are made with a blend of new and ancient techniques. Most silver Trollbeads are modelled using the 3000-year-old technique, the so-called 'cire perdu' or 'lost wax'-method.

1988

Gold enters the collection

For thousands of years, gold has been the ultimate symbol of power, wealth and divinity. Trollbeads are made in 18K gold – the perfect balance of purity and strength.

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2000

Growing the family

Until 2000, all beads were designed by the Nielsen/Aagaard family. To increase the diversity of the collection, 10 Danish jewellery designers were invited to design for Trollbeads. Today, we count more than 90 Trollbeads designers.

Meet our designers

2000

The characterful clasp

The first characteristic Trollbeads clasps are added to the collection. The idea of letting the clasp be a piece of jewellery in itself is still unique for the Trollbeads brand today.

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Glass beads

2001

In 2001, the glass beads became a fascinating and colourful addition to the Trollbeads collection. Traditionally, glass beads have been used by themselves on jewellery. It was therefore an innovative new approach when Trollbeads began to combine the living and colourful glass with gemstone beads, gold and silver.

2003

Another way to carry your beads
In 2003 the Trollbeads collection is extended with the Fantasy Necklace. You can design and combine the Fantasy Necklace in endless ways, using beads and pendants from the collection.

Trollbeads goes abroad
In 2003, Trollbeads adventures start in new countries: Hong Kong, USA and Spain. Today you can find Trollbeads in more than 40 countries all over the world.

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2004

Earrings

New, adorable designs were released to compliment the original concept.

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2005

The Sterling Silver Bracelet

With the new design and changeable clasps it was made possible to design and redesign your bracelet every day!

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Uniques

Sterling Silver Bracelet

Alongside Tibet Charity, Lise Aagaard developed the Tibet Beads project in 2005 to give unemployed Tibetan refugees in India an opportunity to learn new skills and earn an income.

The Nordic gold

2007

Amber is added to the collection. 50 million years on the way to your bracelet. It is almost incomprehensible how long ago that is, but that specific moment in time is what we see.

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Gemstones

2008

Gemstones are added to the Trollbeads Collection

Born under enormous pressure since the dawn of time, these pieces of raw rocks are dug out of the bowels of the earth and made into exquisite jewellery of timeless beauty.

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Ring-a-Ding-Ding!

2008

A beautiful collection of rings sees the light of day.

Many of the spectacular designs are still in the collection.

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People's Bead

2009

Trollbeads is among the very first to offer co-creation in the event People's Bead. Fans and customers are invited to design a bead in the People's Bead competition.

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Smiling Bead Event

Retailers across the world were distributing limited edition Smiley beads. Attached to a note which asked the finder to go to a website and share how they found the bead. More than 3,500 people from 32 countries shared heartfelt and funny stories.

Share a Christmas Card

Trollbeads encourage everyone to share their Christmas enthusiasm and celebration by joining the event and sending Christmas cards to at least five people all around the world.

Jaipur, India

2009

Following the first Uniques project, Lise Aagaard decided to start a project in Jaipur.

This time the focus was on helping women with a challenging background.

Explore our responsibility

2010

The World Tour

13 countries each had 4 beads created which symbolised their country. The ones involved were: Australia, Austria, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Netherlands, South Africa, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.A.

2010

Malawi UNIQUES Workshop

Just like the project in India, Trollbeads funded the Malawi Trollbeads Workshop, which gave a group of challenged young people the opportunity to learn the artistry of making glass beads.

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The Leather Bracelet

Launch of a new way to carry your beads - the leather bracelet. The bracelet should be twisted around the wrist twice and closed with a clasp which is sold separately.

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2012

Introducing the bangle

The bangle is introduced in the Trollbeads Collection. Launched in Sterling silver, gold plated and copper.

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2012

Mother's Day

The first Mother’s Day bead is introduced: Joyful. Since then many more have been created.

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2012

Toldbodgade

Trollbeads moves to Toldbodgade. Lise designs the façade of the building, and it is ready for the Trollbeads family to move in, in 2012. Did you know that there are small lizards hidden in the pattern of the facade?

2013

Limited-edition bracelets

A bracelet including a new glass bead, a new silver bead and a new clasp. The bracelet can only be bought as a finished piece.

2014

Trollbeads Day

The first time celebrating Trollbeads Day online and in stores all over the world. A true party!

2015

Trollbeads Day

The first time celebrating Trollbeads Day online and in stores all over the world. A true party!

2016

Deep Ocean was introduced. A new type of bead with a different shape and many detailed layers.

2016

Trollbeads Tiara

In 2016 it was time to feel like a princess. The Trollbeads Tiara takes a revolutionary approach to jewellery design, allowing you to create your own tiara by using beautiful spacers and beads.

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2016

Ring of Change

The first customisable ring was introduced. Now you could wear your most precious Trollbeads on your finger.

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2016

The Neck Bangle

The beautiful neck bangle was launched. It is beautiful in itself but is also stunning with beads and pendants from the entire collection. Another piece of jewellery which can be customised to your desire.

2017

The Trollbeads Trick

Trollbeads introduce Trollbeads Tricks and share some of the many different stylings you can do with Trollbeads jewellery.

2017

Men's collection introduced

34 new finished pieces were released. This included several leather bracelets, sterling silver bracelets and leather and sterling silver necklaces.

2018

The first Father's Day bead

Shield; Sterling silver bead. To protect and to care.

Love is the true shield.

More hair jewellery...

2018

We welcomed the French Twist Comb and Alice band to the collection. With these, you could style your hairdo with your favourite Trollbeads.

Round gemstones & porcelain beads

2019

Round gemstones
Gemstones are introduced in a smaller, round version, with a smooth surface.

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Porcelain beads
First time introduced as limited editions for Trollbeads Day in 2019.

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People's Uniques Event

2020

An exciting event that uncovers our customer's favourite UNIQUES was launched. The six winning beads become a limited-edition UNIQUES glass kit.

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New fantasy rings

2020

Introducing the Elegant Fantasy Ring, Swirling Fantasy Ring, Mermaid Fantasy Ring and Lucky Stars Fantasy Ring.

Now you can wear your favourite beads on rings!

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