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Old World Christmas Ornaments


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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Canadian Flag Old World Ornament
Canadian Flag
Ornament

6"
$12.99

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The Canadian flag consists of a red maple leaf, the widely recognized symbol of Canada, on a white section between two red fields. The white areas represent peace and honesty, and the red symbolizes hardiness, bravery and strength. This national flag was introduced on February 15, 1965.
Polish Flag Old World Ornament
Polish Flag
Ornament

4.75"
$8.99

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Poland's flag consists of two broad horizontal white and red stripes of equal width. The colors date back to heraldry on medieval pennants. White and red were officially adopted as national colors in 1831. The flag became official in 1919. Since 2004, Poland celebrates Flag Day on May 2.
German Flag Old World Ornament
German Flag
Ornament

4.75"
$9.99

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The flag of Germany consists of three equal sized stripes of black, red, and gold. These national colors are derived from old Imperial colors. They are associated with the three principles of unity, law and freedom - the freedom of Germany and the personal freedom of the German people.
Irish Santa Old World Ornament
Irish Santa
Ornament

5.25"
$12.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. This Santa proudly wears traditional green clothing of Ireland and carries a pot of gold adorned with a shamrock. This Irish Santa will grace your Christmas tree with the "Luck of the Irish."
Irish Flag Old World Ornament
Irish Flag
Ornament

4.75"
$9.99

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The "Tricolor" flag of the Republic of Ireland, is made of three equal sized stripes of green, white and orange. Unofficially the green stripe represents the native, mostly Catholic people, the orange is for the supporters of William of Orange, while the white signifies the hope for peace between the two groups.
Highland Santa Old World Ornament
Highland Santa
Ornament

5.25"
$14.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. This Santa proudly wears a traditional tartan kilt and other clothing of the Scottish highland, as well as playing the popular musical instrument, the bagpipes.
Large Pere Noel Old World Ornament
Large Pere Noel
Ornament

6"
$21.99

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In France, the Christmas season is known as Noel, which means "day of birth". The French version of Santa, or Father Christmas, is Pere Noel. He brings gifts to all the good children on Christmas Eve on behalf of Petit Jesus, or Little Jesus.
Polish Star Old World Ornament
Polish Star
Ornament

3"
$7.99

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The star has special significance in the Polish tradition of celebrating Christmas. On Christmas Eve the first star of the night is named Gwiazda or "little star." Good wishes are exchanged the moment it is spotted. Then everyone sits down to enjoy Wigilia, the most carefully planned meal of the year.
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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