Saint Nick of the Revolution: The America 250th Santa Ornament
It turns out that Santa Claus and the American founding era have more in common than one might expect — both involve a great deal of mythology, a healthy disregard for the impossible, and an enduring faith that good things are coming. The modern image of Santa Claus was in fact largely shaped by American writers and artists, most notably Washington Irving and later Thomas Nast, who spent decades in the 19th century sketching a jolly, fur-trimmed, gift-bearing figure whose look we still recognize today. This spectacular ornament takes that beloved holiday icon and gives him a magnificent patriotic makeover, dressing him head to toe in the spirit of America's 250th anniversary: a bold red coat with a white faux-fur trim and a blue star-spangled waistcoat beneath, his iconic belt buckled firmly at the middle, and a black tricorn hat perched with authority atop his flowing white hair and beard.
In one hand he holds a rolled parchment scroll — the Declaration of Independence, one presumes, or possibly his naughty-and-nice list, rewritten for a new republic — and in the other, a beautifully detailed Liberty Bell bearing the America 250 emblem and the dates 1776★2026. His coat skirt is painted with bold red and white stripes, making him look every inch the festive ambassador between two of America's greatest traditions: Christmas and independence. From his gold eagle brooch to his dark brown buckled boots, every inch of this ornament rewards a close look.
Crafted with exceptional detail and rich, layered paint, this 5-inch Santa is a standout piece that holds its own on any holiday tree or in any commemorative display. He arrives in a picture label gift box, ready to delight — because if anyone can celebrate 250 years of America in a single ornament, it's Santa.
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Material: Resin with paint and mica accent finish; multicolor in red, white, blue, gold, black, and brown
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Design: Full-figure Santa in tricorn hat, red fur-trimmed coat with flag-stripe skirt, blue star-spangled waistcoast, and gold eagle brooch; holding Declaration of Independence scroll and America 250 Liberty Bell with 1776★2026 inscription; officially licensed America250™
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Dimensions: 5" tall (approximately 12.7 cm)
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Hanging: Gold-tone cord hanger
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Packaging: Picture label gift box
