Vintage Handblown Ornament Mercury Glass Santa Christmas Dept 56 IOB Unique

Selling my personal Christmas collections. I never used this ornament. In Original Box This handblown glass ornament features a festive Santa Claus design, perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to your collection. The piece is made from mercury glass and boasts a metallic finish, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to your decor. Measuring 9 inches in both height and length, this large ornament is hand painted with an all-over red pattern and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The piece is a vintage original from Department 56 and is perfect for collectors or anyone looking to add a touch of retro charm to their holiday decor. What is mercury glass? Answers from Google. ** "Modern Accepted Classification of Mercury Glass: Any glass silvered on the inside. Silvering is typically some form of silver nitrate. Typically when referencing this with ornaments, it is reserved for glass ones made prior to early 1950s -- particularly those with a mottled appearance or translucency." **"By the late 1800s, these Christmas ornaments were routinely used as part of European Christmas decorations. Mercury glass ornaments are made by coating the inside of a glass ornament with silver nitrate, which is the same process used for make mirrors."