What are Steinbach nutcrackers worth?
Even with prices ranging between $220 and $275 for each wood doll, more than 200 Steinbach nutcrackers were sold when the 78-year-old German appeared for a signing at the Pine Cone Christmas Shop.
Are there toy soldiers in The Nutcracker?
The Toy Soldier Army in Nutcracker, Rank by Rank In Clara’s dream, an army of toy soldiers come to life to aid the Nutcracker in his battle with the King of the Mice. It’s a well-organized army made up of four different ranks: officers, infantry, artillery, and cavalry.
What is a Steinbach nutcracker?
According to the late great Herr Steinbach of Steinbach GmbH, “A nutcracker is a symbolic figure, one that gives happiness and protects your family.” Oktoberfesthaus firmly believes this to be true and we think every family should have at least one nutcracker to bring your household joy.
Do they still make Steinbach nutcrackers?
We are proud to continue the traditional craft of Steinbach. All nutcrackers are handmade in Germany and are made with a mix of tradition, attention to detail and the finest materials.
What is my Nutcracker worth?
Collectible nutcrackers can range in value from the store bought version for about $125 to the collectors type dating from the 16th Century commanding upwards of $5,000.
Why is The Nutcracker a soldier?
Nutcracker dolls, also known as Christmas nutcrackers, are decorative nutcracker figurines most commonly made to resemble a toy soldier. In German tradition, the dolls are symbols of good luck, frightening away malevolent spirits. Nutcrackers are also a part of German folklore, serving as protectors of a house.
What does nutcracker have to do with Christmas?
What does the Nutcracker Ballet symbolize?
According to German folklore, nutcrackers bring good luck to your family and protect your home. A nutcracker is said to represent power and strength, serving somewhat like a watchdog guarding your family against danger. A nutcracker bares its teeth to evil spirits and serves as a messenger of good luck and goodwill.
Who makes the best Nutcracker?
Steinbach
What is the Best Brand for Nutcrackers? The easiest answer to this question would be Steinbach. Steinbach has been making German nutcrackers for 200 years. The industry still treats them as the finest maker of nutcrackers in history.
Where in Germany are nutcrackers made?
Erzgebirge region
Traditional nutcrackers can be found all over Germany, but especially in the Erzgebirge region. Towns like Seiffen and Annaberg-Buchholz are full of authentic nutcrackers. If you are looking in other areas of Germany, Käthe Wohlfahrt stores are Christmas year-round and everything is made in Germany.
Do Steinbach nutcrackers crack nuts?
The short answer to this question is of course, yes* they can crack nuts, but it is not recommended. The Nutcracker has changed from a functional nut cracker to an ornamental traditional Christmas figurine.