Possible Clues:

• Carve etc so as to raise from surface
• Take me back, Master, and provide some relief
• In relief, carve top of bust in European plant
• Note about governor? It's the opposite of grave
• Gems centrally placed on superior ornament
• Decorate with raised work
• Create a design that stands out?
• Ornament with slightly raised pattern
• Create relief
• Produce raised design