Swarovski 2012 Annual Edition Crystal Snowflake Ornament;

Commemorate the year with an elegant, limited-edition 2012 crystal ornament from world-renowned Swarovski. Highly anticipated each year as the holidays approach, the annual crystal ornament is an avid collector€s dream and a first-timer€s treasure. In keeping with Swarovski€s established pattern to release unique snowflake designs on even years and stars on odd years, the 2012 ornament is a very delicate and refined snowflake.

Meticulously hand crafted in Austria from the finest clear crystal, the snowflake hangs from a white satin ribbon with a silver-toned metal tag engraved with €œ2012.€ The year€s masterpiece was designed by long-time Swarovski artist, Elisabeth Adamer, famous for the passion she clarifies in the brilliance of cut crystal. Designed and cut just so with exacting edges that catch and reflect light, the snowflake truly radiates a magical holiday sparkle. And the joy doesn€t have to end with the holidays. Placed on an ornament stand, the 2012 Swarovski crystal snowflake displays beautifully on mantles and in curio cabinets all year round. It measures 2-9/16 by 3-3/16 inches.