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Old World Christmas Ornaments - International
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Canadian Flag Ornament
Size: 6"
36143
$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.
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Italian Flag Ornament
Size: 4.5"
36096
$11.99
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The "Il Tricolore" flag of Italy is made of three equal sized stripes of green, white, and red. Often interpreted as green for the plains and hills, white for the snowy Alps, and red for the blood spilt in the Italian wars of Independence. Others claim the green stripe represents hope, the white stripe for faith, and the red signifies charity.
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Polish Flag Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36122
$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.
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Union Jack Flag Ornament
Size: 5"
36137
$16.99
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The Union Jack is the flag of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. In 1603, King James VI of Scotland became James I of England and a new flag was designed to combine 3 different national symbols: St. George's Cross of England, St. Andrew's Cross of Scotland and St. Patrick's Cross of Ireland.
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Palace Guard
Teddy Ornament
Size: 4.5"
12329
$10.99
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One of the most dearly loved animals is the teddy bear, who has provided years of comfort and steadfast companionship to many a young owner. From the Cinnamon Bear to Winnie-the-Pooh, teddy bears live in literature and in the hearts of even the oldest children.
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French Flag Ornament
Size: 4.5"
36123
$10.99
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The national flag of France, "le drapeau tricolor", is made of three equally sized blue, white and red vertical stripes. Widely used during the French Revolution, "Tricolore" has since become a symbol of liberty around the world. The colors are associated with liberty, equality and fraternity, the ideals of the French Revolution.
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Flag of the Netherlands Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36139
$9.99
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The flag of the Netherlands is one of the first "tricolors" and is the oldest still in use. Called the Prinsvlag, the horizontal stripes of orange, white and blue were based on the colors of William of Orange. Over time, the orange dye faded, so it was officially changed to red.
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Austrian Flag Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36119
$8.99
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According to legend, this flag was invented by Duke Leopold V of Austria (1157-1194) who was in a battle during the Crusades in which his white robe was soaked in blood. Under his belt, however, the cloth was still white, which inspired the colors and design of the Austrian flag.
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Flag of Belgium Ornament
Size: 4.5"
36125
$10.99
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Adopted on January 23, 1831, after independence from the Netherlands, the Belgian flag consists of three equal vertical stripes - black, yellow and red. The design was based on the flag of France, but the colors come from Belgium's coat of arms. Black represents the shield, the yellow stands for the lion, and red represents the lions' claws and tongue.
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German Flag Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36138
$13.99
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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.
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Swedish Flag Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36120
$9.99
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The Swedish flag is believed to have been inspired by a combination of King Albert of Mecklenburg's coat of arms from 1364 and King Magnus Birgersson's royal coat of arms of 1275. Today the blue flag is divided into quarters by a golden cross.
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Flag of Finland Ornament
Size: 4.75"
36140
$9.99
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The flag of Finland, also called Siniristilippu (Blue Cross Flag), features a blue Nordic cross on a white background. The colors are often interpreted as blue representing the sky and the country's many lakes, and the white background as the snow covering the land in winter.
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Suitcase Ornament
Size: 2.5"
32105
$11.99
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During the 1800s, when leisure travel was the exclusive realm of the wealthy, suitcases began to replace trunks and luggage labels evolved. Many examples of vintage luggage have affixed labels to bear witness to their travels. This ornament serves as a keepsake of a special trip or helps to mark life's journeys.
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Old World Ornament Hangers
01441
$2.75
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The fast and easy way to hang your Christmas ornaments! 100 green wire ornament hangers.
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