A collection of vintage blown glass Christmas ornaments.

Glass Christmas ornaments gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly after the development of affordable mass-production techniques. Germany, especially the Lauscha region, became a major center for glass ornament manufacturing, creating intricate and colorful designs that were exported worldwide. These ornaments were often made from blown glass, hand-painted, and decorated with various materials like glitter and tinsel.

Mercury glass, a double-walled glass with a silvering solution poured between the layers, was a popular material for ornaments in the mid-20th century, offering a lustrous, reflective finish. Ornaments from countries like Poland and West Germany during the 1950s and 1960s are highly sought after by collectors for their unique designs, vibrant colors, and nostalgic appeal.