Long, slender, and wonderfully dramatic, this vintage glass Christmas ornament brings a beautiful old-fashioned sparkle to the tree. Measuring approximately 7.5 inches long, the ornament has an elongated icicle or teardrop form with rich red coloring near the wider top and decorative gold accents extending down its tapered body.

Its unusually long silhouette makes it especially attractive hanging from a Christmas tree, garland, ornament stand, or mixed with a collection of vintage glass ornaments. The red and gold combination gives it a classic holiday look without needing much help from the tinsel department.

Maker Marks
Unmarked. No maker's name, country-of-origin mark, original label, or other identifying information is visible. The manufacturer and country of origin have not been confirmed.

Condition
Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear to the decorative finish. Some areas of the gold and red decoration show wear and variation consistent with an older glass ornament. The hanging loop is present. No cracks or breaks are apparent in the photos.

Because vintage glass ornaments are delicate, please review photos closely for the condition of the glass and decorative finish.

History
Elongated glass icicle and finial ornaments have been produced in numerous styles and countries and became popular for the elegant vertical dimension they add to Christmas trees. Vintage examples can feature painted, glittered, metallic, or gilded decoration in traditional holiday colors.

Similar red-and-gold glass ornaments survive from several manufacturers and regions, but the absence of identifying marks on this example prevents a reliable attribution of maker, country, or exact production date. It is therefore being described according to its visible characteristics rather than attributed to a specific manufacturer.

Disclaimer
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