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What do the nutcrackers represent?
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Nutcrackers originated in Germany, where they represent good luck and protection for homes. They were available in a variety of forms, but the personas of soldiers and kings were the most popular. Find a range of vintage nutcrackers on 1stDibs.
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Antique Sterling Silver Nutcrackers
By Collins & Cook
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique George V English sterling silver nutcrackers
Category
Vintage 1910s British George V Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Antique Silver Nutcracker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Antique Silver Nutcracker
6.25 long x 2.5 w x 1 d
Unrestored preowned original vintage
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Nutcracker with embossed silver handles
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Nutcracker with embossed silver handles. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand
Category
Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Danish 19th Century Brass Nutcracker
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique Danish brass nutcracker.
Category
Antique 1880s Danish More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Brass
Cartier Art Deco Diamond Nutcracker Charm
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
. This piece is intricately designed in the form of a nutcracker figure, showcasing a combination of
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Lincoln Imp Nutcracker in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A so-called Lincoln Imp nutcracker in patinated brass. This particular example was made in England
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Barware
Materials
Brass
