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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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Santas

Jolly Old Elf Old World Ornament
Jolly Old
Elf Ornament

4.25"
$12.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Fly Fishing Santa Old World Ornament
Fly Fishing
Santa Ornament

5.25"
$14.99

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Santa works very hard and has a very big job. Every once in a while, however, he likes to take a vacation. Since the North Pole is cold and snowy most of the year, what could be better than a get-away to relax and have fun on a river with some great fly fishing?
Country St. Nick Old World Ornament
Country
St. Nick Ornament

6"
$9.99

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St. Nicholas was a very kind and benevolent bishop, who was legendary for performing miracles many years ago. Today, he is the patron saint of children and the European equivalent of the American Santa Claus. His kindness and generosity remain a part of the holiday spirit and the magic of Christmas.
Patchwork Santa Old World Ornament
Patchwork Santa Ornament
5.5"
$17.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Glistening Santa with Tree Old World Ornament
Glistening Santa with
Tree Ornament

5.75"
$13.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve.
Glistening Ornaments Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Ornaments
Santa Ornament

5"
$11.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American children's poems of the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero bringing gifts who children dream about on Christmas Eve.
Glistening Scenic Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Scenic
Santa Ornament

5.5"
$14.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas, who was generous and kind to children. Today, he is the jolly folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence, magical delight, love and generosity.
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."
Mrs. Claus Old World Ornament
Mrs. Claus
Ornament

4.75"
$12.99

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Since Santa Claus evolved from St. Nicholas, a celibate priest, no Mrs. Claus existed in Europe. However, a Mrs. Claus ornament was originally created by German glassblowers who felt she would be appealing to the American public. The family concept took hold, and Mrs. Claus was welcomed into American holiday stories and celebrations.
Mr. & Mrs. Claus Old World Ornament
Mr. & Mrs. Claus
Ornament

4.25"
$13.99

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Since Santa Claus evolved from St. Nicholas, a celibate priest, no Mrs. Claus existed in Europe. However, a Mrs. Claus ornament was originally created by German glassblowers who felt she would be appealing to the American public. The family concept took hold, and Mrs. Claus was welcomed into American holiday stories and celebrations.
Peace Santa Old World Ornament
Peace Santa
Ornament

4.25"
$14.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Glistening Gift Giver Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Gift
Giver Santa
Ornament

5.25"
$22.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
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.
Cell Phone Santa Old World Ornament
Cell Phone
Santa Ornament

3.75"
$11.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red- the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. This Santa uses a cell phone to help keep him on schedule.
Gardener Santa Old World Ornament
Gardener Santa
Ornament

4.25"
$11.99

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Santa works very hard and has a really big job. However, in the summer when it's not so busy and the northern sun shines most of the time, Santa likes to relax in his garden. Growing big, juicy tomatoes and lots of pretty, colorful flowers is a great way for Santa to brighten up his day.
Winemaker Santa Old World Ornament
Winemaker Santa
Ornament

4.25"
$16.99

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Santa works very hard and has a really big job, so it is important that he takes some time to relax. In the summer when he is not as busy, Santa likes to work in his garden. He grows grapes and then makes wine, Santa enjoys the fruits of his labors all year round.
Santa in Bi-Plane Old World Ornament
Santa in
Bi-Plane Ornament

2.75 x 3.75"
$13.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children read about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Watchbird Santa Old World Ornament
Watchbird Santa
Ornament

4"
$9.99

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"Watch Birds" are St. Nicholas' special messengers. They fly through towns and cities watching children to see if they have been good, then return to him to report what they have seen. So before Christmas, a few glass bird ornaments are placed throughout many homes was "Watch Birds".
St. Nicholas Old World Ornament
St. Nicholas
Ornament

5.25"
$12.99

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Saint Nicholas was a very kind and benevolent bishop who was legendary for performing miracles many years ago. Today, he is the patron saint of children and the European equivalent of the American Santa Claus. His kindness and generosity remain a part of the holiday spirit and the magic of Christmas.
Bohemian Santa Old World Ornament
Bohemian Santa
Ornament

5.25"
$11.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
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.
Glistening Poinsettia Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Poinsettia
Santa Ornament

5.25"
$19.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Glistening Santa with Wreath Old World Ornament
Glistening Santa
with Wreath
Ornament

5.5"
$29.99

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Entirely crafted by hand, this beautiful Glistening ornament is a miniature work of art. Using special glitters and beautiful lacquers, every delicate detail is meticulously captured on this finely mouth-blown glass figure. Intricate steps combine to create this unique Glistening ornament, which is destined to be a treasured family heirloom. Gift boxed.
Glistening Snowflake Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Snowflake
Santa Ornament

5"
$13.99

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Entirely crafted by hand, this beautiful Glistening ornament is a miniature work of art. Using special glitters and beautiful lacquers, every delicate detail is meticulously captured on this finely mouth-blown glass figure. Intricate steps combine to create this unique Glistening ornament, which is destined to be a treasured family heirloom.
Glistening Red Ribbon Santa Old World Ornament
Glistening Red
Ribbon Santa
Ornament

5.5"
$33.99

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Entirely crafted by hand, this beautiful Glistening ornament is a miniature work of art. Using special glitters and beautiful lacquers, every delicate detail is meticulously captured on this finely mouth-blown glass figure. Intricate steps combine to create this unique Glistening ornament, which is destined to be a treasured family heirloom. Gift boxed.
Scootin' Santa Old World Ornament
Scootin'
Santa Ornament

3.5"
$9.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Jingle Bell Santa Old World Ornament
Jingle Bell
Santa Ornament

4.25"
$11.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Santa's Boot Old World Ornament
Santa's Boot
Ornament

4"
$8.99

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The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and 19th century American children's stories and poems. Since Santa lives at the North Pole, he wears a suit trimmed with fur and big boots to keep him warm and dry in the freezing Arctic weather.
Father Christmas with Bells Old World Ornament
Father Christmas
with Bells
Ornament

4.25"
$11.95

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As the English version of Santa or St. Nicholas, Father Christmas is considered the patron of children, the poor and needy. Long ago, English lords hired actors to dress as Father Christmas and travel the land to find needy families in order to help them. Today, Father Christmas is England's gift-bringer to children.
Winking Santa Old World Ornament
Winking Santa
Ornament

4.75"
$12.99

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The legend of Santa Claus was derived from the European figure St. Nicholas by American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. Santa Claus became the jolly man clad in red-the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight.
Workshop Elves Old World Ornament
Workshop Elves
Ornament

3.75"
$8.95

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All through the year up at the North Pole, Santa's elves are busy making toys, tending the reindeer, and helping Santa. Industrious, merry, and sometimes mischievous, these delightful characters work hard to make Christmas dreams come true.
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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