Dragon Pewter Suncatcher

Your home truly is your castle, and of course, every castle needs its own dragon. Hang one of these suncatchers in any window of your home, and let the Austrian crystal add a rainbow to your room. This piece is wonderfully detailed, from the sweep of the dragon's wings, to his scaly hide, to his wickedly sharp claws. Truly a must-have for any dragon lover.

What is an Austrian crystal?
Austrian crystals are a type of rhinestone, so named for their rich history originating on the shores of the Rhine River which borders the country of Austria. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Inventors from the area developed and improved upon methods of making man-made glass crystals which mimicked the sparkle and shine of naturally occurring rock crystals. Since that time, the technology has steadily advanced, resulting in crystals of superior quality and a reasonable price.

So what makes the rainbow?
These suncatchers use Aurora Borealis crystals, or AB crystals, as their focal point. In part, the spectacular flashes of color come from the cut and polish of the crystals. In addition though, these crystals have been enhanced with super-fine metallic coatings applied to their surfaces, which catch the light, and transform it into a rainbow of color.