Heart Sterling Silver Christmas Ornament 2005 Wallace Grande Baroque 14th Edition.  The size of this ornament is about  3-1/2" High X 3" Wide.  It is marked Wallace, Sterling, 2005.  The Wallace Heart Series started in 1992.  It is double sided with the back side showing a mirrored finish, and suitable for engraving.

The Poinsettia plant's association with Christmas began in 16th century Mexico, where legend tells of a young girl who was too poor to provide a gift for the celebration of Jesus' birthday. The tale goes that the child was inspired by an angel to gather weeds from the roadside and place them in front of the church altar. Crimson "blossoms" sprouted from the weeds and became beautiful poinsettias.  From the 17th century, Franciscan friars in Mexico included the plants in their Christmas celebrations.  The star-shaped leaf pattern is said to symbolize the Star of Bethlehem, and the red color represents the blood sacrifice through the crucifixion of Jesus.

This sterling ornament comes with all original packaging, including box, pouch and certificate.  The Ornament has a place for a hook to hang on your tree.

We look forward to having you as one of our happy buyers.