Nob Hill Luxury Group, manufacturer of the Michael Hero brand, was purchased in early 2007 by OroAmerica/Aurafin, the largest jewelry manufacturer in America. Subsequently, the entire Michael Hero line of collectibles was discontinued. Dedicated to classic details, modern architecture, ancient cultures and delicate adornments, Michael Hero designed each piece with an attention to fine details and craftsmanship that is a rarity in today's home decor and furnishings. Michael Hero designs are comparable in quality and uniqueness to the designs of Jay Strongwater, whose pieces run in the hundreds of dollars each. Each Michael Hero piece is a work of art, sculpted to be admired from every angle, as the back, sides, stand and clips are as intricately finished as is the beautiful front. Every Michael Hero design was meticulously hand-crafted by carefully selected and trained artisans. Their model-maker hand carved the mold into which the items were cast in the highest quality lead-free genuine pewter. The casted items were then plated in gold, silver, brass or nickel. The design is vividly brought to life with custom-blended enamel that was hand-applied, and every piece bears the "Michael Hero" signature. Michael Hero items are "Crystallized with Swarovski", the world leader in cut crystal since the 19th century. Every pearl and crystal is individually hand-set to rigorous specifications ensuring the highest quality creations. Every crystal and pearl in the Michael Hero Collection is a genuine Swarovski(r). Michael Hero has a quality branding license agreement allowing the items to carry the prestigious "Crystallized with Swarovski" label, featured on the back cover of the Romance Story Card.
"My greatest hope is that these Michael Hero Collectibles enrich your life--and your decor--as much as they have mine." --Michael Hero
