Nice enough
Edited with an update: After further inspection and consulting with a few knowledgeable family members, it seems this ornament is likely laser-cut wood, painted in a matte metallic gold color.  The recipient was happy with it and it is nice. I guess I was just expecting something a bit different based on my perception of the photo.<br />—————<br />In some ways, this is sort of just okay.  It is a nice size. From the photo, I expected it to be a heavier weight metal and, perhaps more rounded on the edges instead of 90° corners.  I do believe it’s metal - at least I think so. But it’s very lightweight and cheap/plastic-y feeling, imo.  The color is a matte gold, not a shiny metallic gold.  It will work for the purpose I intended for it, but the photo and description led me to believe it was nicer than it is.  I don’t see telltale ‘building up in layers’ signs, but it almost feels like it could have been 3-D printed.  Nothing wrong with that, just my perspective.  Having a close relative very much a part of the 3-D printing world, I know there’s now nicer metals that can be used. Of course, that’s assuming that’s how this piece was done.  Either way, it’ll look fine in the tree and the lighter weight will allow it to not overly weigh down the branch on which it is placed.
Rating: 4 stars