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Many interesting stories and legends about Christmas can be found in our selection of classic glass Old World Christmas ornaments. Explore the Christmas Chalet's world of traditions, cultures, religions, and myths. Some are good luck ornaments and charms, or reflect age-old Christmas traditions from around the world. Some are vegetables and animals, some are political party Christmas ornaments. Seek and you just might find that perfect ornament or gift.
Most of our delightful Christmas ornaments feature an attached story card. These cards provide nostalgic imagery combined with unique ornament legends.

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Birds

Playful Penguin Old World Ornament
Playful
Penguin Ornament

2.75"
$8.99

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With their distinctive black and white coloring and awkward waddle, penguins look like little comedians wearing tuxedos. Although they live in the Antarctic, they are considered to be Santa's friends since these playful birds favor snow and ice.
Baby Bluebird Old World Ornament
Baby Bluebird
Ornament

2.75"
$8.99

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The gentle bluebird is considered to be a symbol of happiness and fulfillment. Bluebirds were once quite common, but are becoming more rarely seen. Folklore says when a bluebird is spotted, it is a reminder to enjoy and appreciate your blessings.
Great White Owl Old World Ornament
Great White Owl
Ornament

4.5"
$10.99

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Great White Owls, also known as Snowy Owls, are usually found only in the Arctic. Shy and silent unless nesting, they are unlike other owls in that they are most active during the daytime. Depending on the season, they have different colored plumage which allows them to blend into their surroundings.
Mini Cardinal Old World Ornament
Mini Cardinal
Ornament

2.75"
$7.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Hummingbird Old World Ornament
Hummingbird
Ornament

4"
$11.99

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Hummingbirds live only in the western hemisphere and are prominent in many Native American legends. These tiny birds often act as intercessors between nature and the spirit world. Since their bright feathers are dazzling in the daylight, they are associated with the sun.
Bald Eagle Old World Ornament
Bald Eagle
Ornament

4"
$12.99

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For centuries it was believed that the eagle could look directly into the sun and that it was reborn by diving into a fountain. Christians adopted this symbolism, comparing the eagle looking into the sun to Christ looking at His Father and the fountain as the renewal of the soul through baptism. Today, an eagle may often be spied on the baptismal fonts in older churches.
Mourning Dove Old World Ornament
Mourning Dove
Ornament

3"
$10.99

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Since ancient times, the dove has been considered sacred, as well as a symbol of peace. The mourning dove is named for the sound of its call and is the most abundant dove in the United States.
Chickadee Old World Ornament
Chickadee Ornament
4"
$9.99

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Black-capped Chickadees usually travel in groups and are cheery and sociable birds who are fearless taking on a larger bird when threatened. The Cherokee Indians considered it the bird of truth and the bringer of news. In fact, many consider its mating song the first sign of spring.
Pheasant Old World Ornament
Pheasant
Ornament (Clip-On)

6.5"
$8.99

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Pheasants are among the world's most beautiful birds. The ringneck pheasant was introduced to the Willamette Valley, Oregon, in 1881. Since then it has become established in nearly all regions of the U.S. Birds are universal symbols of happiness and joy, so they are essential on a Christmas tree.
Meadowlark Old World Ornament
Meadowlark
Ornament (Clip-On)

6.75"
$7.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass-blowers often kept wild birds during winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then, when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Black-Throated Blue Warbler Old World Ornament
Black-Throated
Blue Warbler Ornament (Clip-On)

3.5"
$8.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
American Goldfinch Old World Ornament
American Goldfinch
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.25"
$8.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Mountain Blue Jay Old World Ornament
Mountain Blue Jay
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.25"
$8.99

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Mountain Blue Jays are noisy, fearless and energetic. They are talented in cleverly surviving with the least amount of effort. The crest on their heads symbolizes higher knowledge, which must be focused to be helpful. Blue Jays serve as harbingers of times when more resourcefulness is necessary.
Mini Songbird Old World Ornament
Mini Songbird
Ornament (Clip-On)

2.5"
$6.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
6-Piece Mini Songbird Set Old World Ornament
6-Piece Mini
Songbird Ornament Set (Clip-On)

2.5"
$44.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Brilliant Songbird Old World Ornament
Brilliant Songbird
Ornament (Clip-On)

5"
$6.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Baltimore Oriole Old World Ornament
Baltimore Oriole
Ornament (Clip-On)

7.5"
$7.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Winter Cardinal Old World Ornament
Winter Cardinal
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.5"
$8.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the glass flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Large Red Cardinal Old World Ornament
Large Red Cardinal
Ornament (Clip-On)

6"
$7.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Miniature Bluebird Old World Ornament
Miniature Bluebird
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.5"
$6.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Miniature Lovebird Old World Ornament
Miniature Lovebird
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.75"
$6.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Sparrow Old World Ornament
Sparrow
Ornament (Clip-On)

4.25"
$8.99

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Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glass blowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.
Proud Peacock Old World Ornament
Proud Peacock
Ornament

3"
$12.99

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The peacock's grandeur and stateliness are the reasons for its association with royalty. It was believed to guard the Tree of Life, therefore, kings sat upon thrones decorated with peacock motifs. Additionally, the elegant peacock represents beauty, prosperity, love, compassion and peace.
Fancy Peacock Old World Ornament
Fancy Peacock
Ornament (Clip-On)

4"
$9.99

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The peacock's grandeur and stateliness are the reasons for its association with royalty. It was believed to guard the Tree of Life, therefore, kings sat upon thrones decorated with peacock motifs. Additionally, the elegant peacock represents beauty, prosperity, love, compassion and peace.
Magnificent Peacock Old World Ornament
Magnificent Peacock
Ornament (Clip-On)

9"
$13.99

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Because of the eye-like patterns in its tail feathers, the peacock is known as the "bird with one hundred eyes" and serves as a Christian symbol of God, who sees all. Additionally, the elegant peacock represents beauty, royalty, prosperity, love, compassion and peace.
Flying Owl Old World Ornament
Flying Owl
Ornament

4.5"
$9.99

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Owls are symbols of wisdom because they look so thoughtful and serious. Since they can see in the dark, they represent seeing through the darkness of ignorance. In France, some believe if a pregnant woman hears an owl hoot, she will have a girl. Others believe that the screech owl only calls when rain is on the way.
Pygmy Owl Old World Ornament
Pygmy Owl
Ornament (Clip-On)

3.25"
$11.99

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Owls are symbols of wisdom because they look so serious and thoughtful. Since they can see in the dark, they represent seeing through the darkness of ignorance. Despite its small size, the Northern Pigmy Owl is quite fierce and will attack prey or drive off intruders several times its own size.
Wise Old Owl Old World Ornament
Wise Old
Owl Ornament

3"
$7.99

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Owls are symbols of wisdom because they look so thoughtful and serious. Since they can see in the dark, they represent seeing through the darkness of ignorance. In France, some believe if a pregnant woman hears an owl hoot, she will have a girl. Others believe that the screech owl only calls when rain is on the way.
Old World Ornament
Ducks in a
Row Ornament

3.25"
$11.99

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The phrase "to have one's ducks in a row" means to be well prepared and organized when completing a task in an efficient and timely manner. This phrase probably alludes to lining up target ducks in a shooting gallery and refers to "getting one's act together."
Wood Duck Old World Ornament
Wood Duck
Ornament

1.75 x 3"
$10.99

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Considered by many to be the most beautiful ducks, the beautifully plumed male wood duck and the less showy female make a distinctive whistling sound. These shy, retiring water fowl live in ponds and sluggish streams surrounded by woodlands and usually nest in tree cavities.
Mallard Old World Ornament
Mallard Ornament
3"
$9.99

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This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, it was delicately hand-painted and glittered for you to enjoy and cherish as a holiday heirloom!
Miniature Rooster Old World Ornament
Miniature Rooster
Ornament

2"
$6.99

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According to legend the rooster has only crowed once at midnight. This was to announce the birth of the Baby Jesus. For this reason, Spanish and Latin American countries call their midnight mass on Christmas Eve the Mass of the Rooster, or Misa de Gallo.
Rooster Old World Ornament
Rooster Ornament
3.25"
$10.99

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According to legend the rooster has only crowed once at midnight. This was to announce the birth of the Baby Jesus. For this reason, Spanish and Latin American countries call their midnight mass on Christmas Eve the Mass of the Rooster, or Misa de Gallo.
Bluebird in Nest Old World Ornament
Bluebird in Nest
Ornament

3"
$9.99

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Legend has it that prosperity will come to any home that finds a bird's nest nestled among the branches of the family's Christmas tree. As a symbol of good luck, this beautiful bluebird in nest ornament makes a special gift which brings hopes of good fortune and best wishes.
Bird Nest Old World Ornament
Bird Nest
Ornament (Clip-On)

2.75"
$9.99

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Legend has it that prosperity will come to any home that finds a bird's nest nestled among the branches of the family Christmas tree. As a symbol of good luck, this ornament makes a special gift which brings hopes of good fortune and best wishes.
Partridge in a Pear Old World Ornament
Partridge in a
Pear Ornament

3.5"
$9.99

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In the song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas", the partridge in a pear tree symbolizes Christ. Years ago, the song served as a secret means of teaching English Catholics the basics of their faith which was outlawed at the time. This carol has lost many of its old connotations and is now a merry standard of the holiday season.
Pelican Old World Ornament
Pelican
Ornament

3.25"
$10.99

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The pelican is a symbol of Jesus per an ancient legend. During a famine, the pelican cared so dearly for her young that she chose to give them her own blood to prevent starvation, but in turn lost her own life. The pelican is a symbol of self-sacrifice and is used in heraldry.
Great White Egret Old World Ornament
Great White
Egret Ornament

5"
$9.99

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This beautiful bird is also known as the American Egret, common egret, or the angel bird. In early 20th century, its population was greatly decreased by the demand for its feathers for women's fashion. With protection of its wetland habitats and offshore nesting sites, it may recover.
Flamingo Old World Ornament
Flamingo Ornament
5"
$11.99

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This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately hand-painted with many brightly colored lacquers for you to enjoy!
Trumpeter Swan Old World Ornament
Trumpeter Swan
Ornament

3.5 x 3"
$10.99

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Through the ages, swans have been seen as symbols of purity, grace, and beauty, as well as loyalty, nobility, and courage. The loyalty and faithfulness of swans are both legendary and real - they mate with the same partner for their entire lives.
Emperor Penguin with Chick Old World Ornament
Emperor Penguin
with Chick
Ornament

3.25"
$8.99

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Emperor Penguins are the largest of their species and spend winter on Antarctica's open ice. After the female lays a single egg, the father balances it on his feet and covers it with his warm layer of feathered skin. About two months later when the chick hatches, the mother takes over its care.
Candy Cane Penguin Old World Ornament
Candy Cane
Penguin Ornament

3.75"
$9.99

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With their distinctive black and white coloring and awkward waddle, penguins look like little comedians wearing tuxedos. Although they live in the Antarctic, they are considered to be Santa's friends since these playful birds favor snow and ice, and candy canes!
Large Birdhouse Old World Ornament
Large Birdhouse
Ornament

4"
$9.99

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Many people appreciate the cheerful, little songbirds in their yards. To attract them, small houses are built to serve as nesting places. A big variety of sizes and styles exist, with each birdhouse becoming an enchanting focal point of the garden.
Small Birdhouse Old World Ornament
Small Birdhouse
Ornament

2"
$7.99

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Many people appreciate the cheerful, little songbirds in their yards. To attract them, small houses are built to serve as nesting places. A big variety of sizes and styles exist, with each birdhouse becoming an enchanting focal point of the garden.
Our New Home Old World Ornament
Our New Home
Ornament

4.5"
$16.99

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Cottages represent the heritage and culture of the glassblowers. They frequently created images that reflected their day to day lives. Ornaments were proudly styled after the homes in which they lived. This ornament is especially designed to capture the love and charm of a new home, and makes a perfect gift or keepsake.
Old World Ornament
Ornament Hangers
$2.75

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The fast and easy way to hang your ornaments! 100 green wire ornament hangers.

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