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Antique Christmas Ornaments

Rare Chenille Cotton Basket Christmas Ornament Antique, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament. It was made from Chenille, wire and cotton, this would be a great
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Rare Set of Six Mercury Glass & Cotton Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria. Each is made from mouth blown glass, one of
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Rare Set of Four Mercury Glass & Plastic Christmas Ornament Vintage, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria. Each is made from mouth blown glass, the 4
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Vtg Blown Glass Painted Peter Rabbit Easter Bunny Christmas Ornament Tree Topper
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Christmas ornament in the shape of a bunny but it is adorable!1 The ornament has been from clear glass into
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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass, Paint

Lot of Four Tinsel Christmas Ornaments Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of four feather tree tinsel ornaments. These ornaments, were made from tinsel and
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot of 7 Tinsel Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of 7 feather tree tinsel ornaments. These ornaments, were made from tinsel and
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot of Three Tinsel Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of three feather tree tinsel ornaments. These ornaments, were made from tinsel
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot of Three Tinsel Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of three feather tree tinsel ornaments. These ornaments, were made from tinsel
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot of three Mercury Glass Christmas Ornaments Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique ornament set of three. The size given in the dimensions section refers to the
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Lot three Mercury Glass Christmas Ornaments Sea Shell , Vintage German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique ornament set of three. The size given in the dimensions section refers to the
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Rare Mercury Glass Holiday Christmas Ornament Antique German Money Bag, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas tree with this antique German glass ornament. The
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Antique German Folk Art Spun Cotton Wool Santa Claus Ornament Doll Figurine
Located in Dayton, OH
Large antique German spun cotton wool Santa Claus Christmas ornament doll with hand painted
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Ceramic, Wool, Cotton

mini slegde or sleigh, ideal christmas gift, with handpainted winter scenes
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
exquisite piece of German Bavarian art is displayed a large Christmas ornament. A stunning piece of art
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1820s German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wood

mini slegde or sleigh, ideal christmas gift,  with handpainted winter scenes
mini slegde or sleigh, ideal christmas gift,  with handpainted winter scenes
$578 Sale Price
30% Off
H 11.82 in W 13 in D 5.91 in
Antique 1910s German Santa Claus Belsnickle Figure on Sleigh pulled by Pink Pig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Victorian Christmas ornaments. A rare and captivating centerpiece for festive display.
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Composition

Tinsel Tree Topper and Ornaments Feather Tree German Vintage Christmas
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of eight feather tree tinsel ornaments. A beautiful large tinsel star tree topper
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Glass Parrot Bird Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, Vintage, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique clip-on bird ornament, it's a beautiful parrot. This ornament, is made from ultra
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Intricate Blown Glass Ship, Late 19th Century
Located in York County, PA
, blown glass Christmas ornaments produced there, the body of the vessel is made of looping and interwoven
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Late 19th Century European Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass

Intricate Blown Glass Ship, Late 19th Century
Intricate Blown Glass Ship, Late 19th Century
$5,500
H 9 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Antique Rosenthal Ivory Bavaria Phoenix Fine China Set- 87 Pieces
Located in Birmingham, AL
fine dinnerware, figurines, and Christmas ornaments.
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Late 19th Century German Art Deco Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Porcelain

Antique Rosenthal Ivory Bavaria Phoenix Fine China Set- 87 Pieces
Antique Rosenthal Ivory Bavaria Phoenix Fine China Set- 87 Pieces
$3,600 Sale Price / item
40% Off
H 2 in W 10 in D 4 in
Petite Antique Nuremberg Gold Foil Golden Angel Christmas Tree Topper 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
rare and charming handmade Christmas tree topper or ornament, traditionally sold at the world-famous
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Porcelain, Paper

Handmade and Painted Diorama Figures of a Village Farm Scene, Christmas Decor
Located in valatie, NY
labeled "Christmas Tree Ornaments, The Shepherds" from Littau Switzerland. Ranging in size from 12" x 5
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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Paper

Rare Italian Carved Polychromed Crèche Santos Saint Angel Figurine ca. 1750
Located in Shippensburg, PA
figures were often employed as ornaments for Christmas trees or in larger Nativity scenes. During the 18th
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Terracotta, Fabric, Glass, Wood

English Simple Epergne in Silver Plate
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Simple but nice épergne in silver plate for Your table ornament, specially for Christmas: with
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Silver Plate

English Simple Epergne in Silver Plate
English Simple Epergne in Silver Plate
$574
H 11.03 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in

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Antique Small Christmas Ornaments, Set of 4
Located in Riga, Latvia
Set of 4 hand blown soft colors Christmas toys of different styles. There is beautiful light
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Early 20th Century European Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass

Antique Small Christmas Ornaments, Set of 12
Located in Riga, Latvia
Set of 12 hand blown soft colors Christmas toys of different styles. There is beautiful light
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Early 20th Century European Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass

Antique Large Christmas Ornaments, Set of Two
Located in Riga, Latvia
Set of two silver hand blown Christmas balls. One is covered with glittered glue - 3D effect. Thick
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Early 20th Century European Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass

Rare Antique German Glass Candle Lantern Christmas Ornament, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas pre-electric lighting ornament. It is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

31 Antique German Mercury Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments Kugel Santa Birds Pipe
Located in Dayton, OH
Lot of 31 rare assorted antique German mercury glass Christmas ornaments. Featuring Kugel or ball
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Early 20th Century Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Beautiful Antique Girl Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique clip-on ornament for your collection. This ornament, was made from a Victorian die
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Paper, Glass

15 Rare Antique Victorian Weighted Santa Christmas Tree Candle Holder Ornaments
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of fifteen rare Victorian Christmas tree candle holders, each made of green wire and
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Iron

Three Rare Lampions Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three lampions. Each is made from thin mouth blown glass, this
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Rare Star on a Ball Christmas Ornament Vintage, German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament. made from thin mouth blown glass, this would be a great antique addition
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1920s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Rare Chenille Krampus Christmas Ornament Antique Austria, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas tree with this antique Austrian Christmas ornament
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1920s Austrian Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Composition, Wire

Rare Girl, Lady and Snowman Christmas Ornament Vintage German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set of three. Each is made from mouth blown glass, this would be a great
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1920s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Rare Krampus Devil Kewpie Celluloid Christmas Ornament Vintage, Austria 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament from Germany or Austria. It is made of Celluloid and very delicate, this
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Gold Mercury Glass German Kugel Globe Sphere Orb Christmas Ornament
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
the age. I have other Christmas ornaments listed and offer free shipping on them all.
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Late 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Blown Glass

Set of Five Mercury Glass Ball Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare Christmas ornament set off five mercury glass ball ornaments. Each is made from thin mouth
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot of Nine Tinsel Christmas Ornaments Vintage, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare collection of 9 feather tree tinsel ornaments. These ornaments, were made from tinsel and
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Lot five Mercury Glass Christmas Ornaments Fir cone Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique ornament set of five fir cone. The size given in the dimensions section refers to
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1910s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Bunch of 28 Wire Ornament Candy Holders in Original Box Antique German Christmas
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare original old box of Christmas ornament or Candy Holders. Each is made of silver-plated wire
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wire

Antique Victorian Mercury Glass Gazing Ball Orb Globe Mirrored Garden Butlers
Located in Dayton, OH
Highly reflective antique mercury glass gazing ball or Christmas ornament. Measure: 7".  
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Old "German Christmas Market Stall" Christmas Toy Shop Dollhouse Decoration
Located in Nuernberg, DE
floor papers, side stair case and upper gallery, a lot of decoration items as toys, christmas ornaments
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Porcelain, Fabric, Wood, Cotton, Paper

Old "German Christmas Market Stall" Christmas Toy Shop Dollhouse Decoration
Located in Nuernberg, DE
original accessories from the period—including miniature toys, Christmas ornaments, angels, Santa Claus
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Porcelain, Fabric, Cotton, Wood, Paper

"Flying Santa" Clockwork Toy/Ornament by Guntherman, Germany, circa 1905, Rare
By Guntherman
Located in Incline Village, NV
listed as a Christmas ornament. That particular example brought close to $1700 in auction on June 2, 2007
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Tin

Antique French Wine Bottle Drying Rack
Located in Sheffield, MA
purposes....a display unit for mugs, jewelry, etc., or decorating with Christmas ornaments. One's
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Christmas Ornaments

Two Mercury Glass Bird Christmas Tree Ornaments, Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare lot of two antique bird Christmas tree ornaments in large version. Tallest one measures
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Bambalina (Are ornaments, decorations mere backdrop for true Christmas story)
By Francisco Souto
Located in New Orleans, LA
Souto named this image Bambalina (backstage). It is an exclusive publication of Stone and Press Gallery Francisco Souto was born in Venezuela. He received a BFA from Herron School ...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mezzotint

Bambalina (Are ornaments, decorations mere backdrop for true Christmas story)
By Francisco Souto
Located in New Orleans, LA
Souto named this image Bambalina (backstage). It is an exclusive publication of Stone and Press Gallery Francisco Souto was born in Venezuela. He received a BFA from Herron School ...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mezzotint

Mercury Glass Bird Christmas Tree Clip on Ornament, Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An antique clip on bird ornament in larger version. This ornament, made from ultra-thin hand blown
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Lot of Four Mercury Glass Christmas Tree Ornament, Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique ornament set of four. Bell measures approx. 2" high and 1 1/4" in diameter, tallest
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Mercury Glass Two Bird Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, Vintage, German, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Two rare vintage clip-on bird ornaments, a bird and a parrot. perrot measures approximate 2.5" high
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Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Mercury Glass Two Bird Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique clip-on bird ornament in large version and a smaller one. Tall one measures approx
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Mercury Glass Seven Bird Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornament, Antique, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare antique clip-on bird ornament in large version and some smaller one. Tall one measures
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Early 20th Century German Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Antique German Mercury Glass Birds Christmas Tree Clip-On Ornaments, Set of Ten
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A colorful antique lot of ten clip on birds ornament in a variety of different colors. These
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1910s German Victorian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Mercury Glass

Petite Antique Nuremberg Gold Foil Golden Angel Christmas Tree Topper 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
rare and charming handmade Christmas tree topper or ornament, traditionally sold at the world-famous
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Paper, Porcelain

Vintage Mercury Monkey Christmas Ornament
Located in Seattle, WA
1920s monkey head Christmas ornament on a decorative stand.
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1920s American Antique Christmas Ornaments

Vintage Collection of Five Embossed Gold Paper Christmas Ornaments of Animals
Located in Antwerp, BE
A collection of five gold foil embossed thick paper Christmas tree ornaments. They are each made in
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Antique Dutch Armchair Triangular Turned Bobbin Corner Chair Rush Seat Rustic
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Late 19th century bobbin turned wood armchair with rush seat, ca 1900 Manufactured in The Netherlands. Beautiful antique bobbin/ knitting chair with three legs. This old Dutch cha...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Rustic Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wicker, Oak

Nugget Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce
By Corsi Design Factory, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Milan, IT
This iconic design by Gaetano Pesce will make a singular, utterly captivating accent in a contemporary interior. A precious work of art, it belongs to the Fish Design Collection of s...
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2010s Italian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Resin

Nugget Large Vase by Gaetano Pesce
$980 / item
H 14.18 in Dm 8.67 in
Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
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1980s English Neoclassical Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Porcelain

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
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Late 19th Century European Moorish Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wrought Iron

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom This is an absolutely gorgeous piece of coral that looks beautiful from multiple angles. As with all coral...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Coral

4 Antique English Edwardian Era Hand Painted Arched Leaded Stained Glass Windows
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming set of four Early 1900s Edwardian reclaimed, leaded hand painted stained glass windows. Features a multicolored geometric glass pattern set around hand painted and fired ...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Lead

19th Century Louis XIV Style Marquetry Baby Grand Piano by Collard & Collard
By Collard & Collard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Anglo-French 19th century rosewood, palisander, amboyna and satinwood marquetry (inlaid) art-case baby grand piano, the works by "Collard & Collard". The intricately deco...
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Bronze

19th Century Louis XIV Style Marquetry Baby Grand Piano by Collard & Collard
19th Century Louis XIV Style Marquetry Baby Grand Piano by Collard & Collard
$75,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 40.25 in W 72 in D 55.5 in
Gefle, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
By Gefle
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed incised ceramic vase produced by Gefle, Sweden, c. 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 8.75" Height x 5.75" Diameter All items ship...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Ceramic

Gefle, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Gefle, Vase, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
$1,600
H 8.75 in Dm 5.75 in
Isak Isaksson Blue Ceramic Vase Crystalline Contemporary Artist
By Isak Isaksson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A multicolored vase with a stunning crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 17.5 cm (7") high and about 11 cm (4.4") in diameter and it is in excellent con...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Bessarabian Rug, 1810
Located in New York, NY
Bessarabian rug, 1810 Russia, circa 1810 Tapestry woven carpet Imperial Tapestry Factory, St. Petersburg Having an Adamesque central medallion on a warm caramel ground, with swan...
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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wool

Bessarabian Rug, 1810
Bessarabian Rug, 1810
$550,000
W 166 in L 181 in
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old. The Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite is considered rare and is highly sought after as a collector's item. Thi...
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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Shell, Organic Material

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
H 3.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in
Peggy Guggenheim Art of This Century Book
By Frederick John Kiesler, Peggy Guggenheim, Max Ernst
Located in New York, NY
Catalog of the seminal avant-garde exhibition held at Peggy Guggenheim's Art of This Century Gallery in 1942 and published in an edition of 2500. Edited by Peggy Guggenheim with cont...
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1940s American Modern Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Paper

Peggy Guggenheim Art of This Century Book
Peggy Guggenheim Art of This Century Book
$600
H 10.25 in W 8 in D 0.5 in
Gothic period carved oak panel, 14th - 15th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
A Flemish carved oak panel in reliëf from the Gothic period, 14th - 15th century 21.2 x 38.5 cm
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15th Century and Earlier Belgian Gothic Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Wood

Gothic period carved oak panel, 14th - 15th century
Gothic period carved oak panel, 14th - 15th century
$837
H 15.16 in W 8.35 in D 0.79 in
Great Architecture of the World Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Great Architecture of the World. This book is an illustrated history from Stonehenge to the Twentieth Century. The book is edited by John Julius Norwich. It was first published in 19...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Paper

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 11 x 10.5 x 3.75" w/ Leafy Suture Patterns
Located in Warrenton, OR
Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 11 x 10.5 x 3.75" w/ Leafy Suture Patterns. Comes with a second, tiny (1.25 x 1 x .5) ammonite, further demonstrating the size of this one. This...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Prehistoric Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Shell, Organic Material

Black Forest Cuckoo Clock
Located in Nantucket, MA
Carved Walnut Black Forest Cuckoo Clock in form of a Chalet, with applied carved wooden leaves, grapes and bird, circa 1900, with pierced resin hands and numerals. In very fine condi...
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Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Christmas Ornaments

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Walnut

Black Forest Cuckoo Clock
Black Forest Cuckoo Clock
$3,500
H 25.5 in W 17 in D 9 in
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Antique Christmas Ornaments For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique christmas ornaments is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique christmas ornaments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, mercury glass and metal. Antique christmas ornaments have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique christmas ornaments made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique christmas ornaments are appealing in their simplicity, but Francisco Souto produced popular antique christmas ornaments that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Christmas Ornaments?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $185, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $767 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Christmas Ornaments
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Today, blue Christmas ornaments are not rare, as manufacturers produce the decorations in a wide range of colors. However, the color was rare among antique kugel ornaments produced during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage ornaments.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Generally, a hanging decoration suitable for decorating a tree is considered a vintage Christmas ornament if it is at least 40 years old. Ornaments made over 100 years ago are usually classified as antiques. You'll find a range of vintage Christmas ornaments on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    Mercury glass is blown, silvered and then painted with artistic designs. It brings an essence of vintage charm to the aesthetic, perfect for pieces like Christmas ornaments. Shop a range of antique and vintage mercury glass Christmas ornaments on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There is a key difference between new and old Kugel ornaments. The glass around the hole was cut off the blowing instrument and was virtually flush with the surface of the ornament in the older designs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Kugel ornaments from some of the world’s top sellers.

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