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When did Christmas ornaments start?

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When did Christmas ornaments start?
The first Christmas ornaments were created in Germany in the 16th century by an artisan named Hans Greiner. Before that, trees were adorned with pastries and apples to celebrate Christmas. Take a look on 1stDibs for antique and contemporary Christmas ornaments.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Sterling Christmas Ornament
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this sterling silver Christmas ornament just in time for the holidays
Category

Vintage 1980s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Christmas Ornament
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this sterling silver Christmas ornament by Lunt Silversmiths. With the
Category

1990s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Christmas Ornament
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver Christmas ornament from 1978 by Lunt Silversmiths
Category

Vintage 1970s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Christmas Ornament
By Kirk-Stieff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver Christmas ornament by the Kirk-Stieff Silver Company
Category

2010s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Francis I Christmas Ornament
By Reed & Barton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver Christmas ornament in the Francis I pattern by Reed
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1990s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Christmas Ornament
By Tuttle Silver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver Christmas ornament by Tuttle Silversmiths. It’s a
Category

1990s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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