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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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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 condition
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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.
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
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 circa 1870-1900.
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Barware
Materials
Brass
Nutcracker with embossed and crimped silver handles
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Nutcracker with embossed and crimped silver handles.
Category
Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Wooden Carved Treen Nutcracker, 19th Century
Dimension: Height: 9.5 cm Diameter: 4.5 cm.
Category
Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
