Edelweiss, the national flower of Austria and a symbol of the Alps, is protected under the law to keep it safe from extinction. While it may seem harmless for tourists and sightseers to pick this cherished flower in their travels, over-picking eventually leaves the plant unable to grow. Edelweiss also holds the meaning of deep devotion due to its ability to withstand the harshest weather conditions. Not only does this flower have significant meaning in history, but in media as well, specifically in the classic movie The Sound of Music. Michael is honored to collaborate with actress Angela Cartwright, who portrayed Brigitta von Trapp in the beloved film The Sound of Music, on this beautiful collection celebrating its sixtieth anniversary. Materials: Cast bronze with a hand patina finish. Accented with 22k white gold leaf and an Austrian crystal center set in 24k gold. Handcrafted in Bellmore, New York Michael Michaud began his career at the prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology's school for American craftsmen and graduated in 1980. Over the years, Michael has developed his unique and highly recognizable Michael Michaud Jewelry line. He begins each piece by creating a model from natural elements and then transforms these models into his beautiful jewelry collection. Each exquisitely detailed piece is crafted in the USA, using high quality bronze, sterling silver or gold, and various natural stones and pearls, and cast in bronze using the artisan's special lost wax technique.
