Swarovski, the leading designer and producer of fashion jewelry and crystal decor objects, announced today that it will unveil the 2012 Swarovski Star for the world-famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree on Tuesday, November 20.

"The elements of design and craftsmanship of the 2012 Swarovski Star are timeless, and we know that visitors from around the world will enjoy its incredible Sparkle," said Wayne Page, senior vice president of Swarovski North America Limited's Consumer Goods Business. "This is the ninth year the Swarovski Star will top the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, we are thrilled to be part of this tradition once again."

The 2012 Swarovski Star is comprised of 25,000 crystals, with 1,000,000 facets, and it measures 9 ½ feet in diameter and 1 ½ feet deep. The Star weighs 550 pounds, including 300 pounds of crystal panels, and is composed of six outer rays and six smaller inner rays. A replica of the Swarovski Star will also be on display in Rockefeller Center to allow visitors the opportunity to get a closer view of the detailing.