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The Nutcracker: A Timeless Symbol of Christmas
Decorative nutcrackers have been traced back to the 13th century.
With his pristine uniform, giant jaws, and friendly expression, the nutcracker soldier has become a timeless symbol of Christmas. I always love to unwrap my storage container of nutcrackers and wooden smokers that we’ve collected over the years in order to create a fun display that kicks off the Christmas decorating season. Although usually associated with the woodcarvers from Germany's Erzgebirge -- the Ore Mountains bordering the Czech Republic -- the history of the nutcracker spans many cultures and countries. The first appearance of a decorative nutcracker can be traced back to the 13th century where they were fashioned out of poured brass and were usually of fairly simple tool construction. So why have nutcrackers been so popular …
