Swarovski is an Austrian producer of glass known for its high lead content, and crystal glass figurines and collectibles. Daniel Swarovski founded the company in 1895. Swarovski's early innovations in cutting and polishing crystal glass led to its popularity in the fashion and jewelry industries.

Swarovski began producing figurines in the 1970s, and they quickly became popular among collectors. The hedgehog is one of the more common Swarovski figurines, and it was produced in several sizes, this one is 2.25” long.