Old World Christmas Mini Nutcracker Soldier Blown Glass Ornament

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Nutcrackers were first carved by commoners as a joke because it was considered fun to make a little wooden king or soldier do the menial work of cracking the tough nuts. Today, nut crackers are often associated with the Christmas holidays due to their whimsical nature and the very popular Nutcracker Suite Ballet. Show more