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Signed Steinbach Chubby Gold Miner Nutcracker

PPC031 Nutcrackers Discontinued

$164.99Last catalog price, November 2009

Catalog description

Signed Steinbach Chubby Gold Miner Nutcracker, part number PPC031, is a discontinued product from the 2007–2011 catalog. It was last listed at $164.99, up from a low of $149.99.

Introduced in 1992 Steinbach's Chubby designs were first called Juniors. The name Chubby has stuck though and they represent some of Steinbach's most popular nutcrackers.

The hand-painted Steinbach Chubby Gold Miner Nutcracker is signed by Karla Steinbach and wears a furry hat. He carries a bag with his pan and treasure of gold nuggets. This beautifully crafted nutcracker is hand-crafted from the finest materials and stands 11 inches tall. It is a delightful addition to any collection sure to become a family heirloom.

The Steinbach nutcracker tradition began centuries ago in the Alpine regions of Germany. In legend the nutcracker possessed miraculous powers bringing good fortune and protection from evil spirits and the more elaborate their decorations the stronger their powers. The Steinbach family began producing wood products in 1832. Today Herr Steinbach and his daughter Karla continue the tradition. Steinbach Nutcrackers are timeless family heirlooms to pass down from generation to generation.

Each Steinbach Nutcracker is created using eight major processes - from the cutting of the wood to the hand-painting of details - and can involve up to 130 separate procedures. Each hand-crafted Steinbach Nutcracker is made in Germany by the artisans at the renowned Steinbach factory. The history quality detail and superior craftsmanship of Steinbach nutcrackers is unmatched.

Catalog price history

ObservedListed priceChange
January 2008$149.99
November 2009$164.99+$15.00

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