The America 250th Uncle Sam Nutcracker Ornament
Stars, Stripes, and a Very Fine Hat: The America 250th Uncle Sam Nutcracker Ornament
Uncle Sam — that tall, top-hatted emblem of American identity — has been pointing his finger and raising an eyebrow at the nation since the War of 1812, when the nickname first appeared in print as a sly reference to a New York meat packer named Samuel Wilson who supplied barrels of beef to U.S. troops. From humble provisions to permanent pop culture icon is quite a journey, and this delightfully crafted wooden nutcracker ornament honors that legacy with gusto. Dressed in his unmistakable red, white, and blue top hat adorned with stars, and sporting a magnificent white faux-fur beard, this little fellow carries a hand-held Betsy Ross flag and wears a diagonal "250th Anniversary" sash across his chest like the patriotic dignitary he absolutely is.
The base of the ornament is inscribed with the commemorative dates ★ 1776–2026 ★, grounding this whimsical figure in the real and remarkable span of American history it celebrates. His vivid red jacket, white beard, and blue starred hat make him instantly recognizable from across a room — or a tree — and the hand-painted details, from his rosy cheeks to his brown boots, give him a warmth and personality that mass-produced ornaments rarely achieve. Part of the officially licensed America250™ collection, he's a fitting ambassador for the nation's semiquincentennial.
Crafted primarily from solid wood with paint and mica accents and fabric-mache elements for texture, this ornament is built to last through many holiday seasons to come. He arrives with a rat-tail hanging cord and is every bit as ready for duty as his namesake — standing proud, flag in hand, and absolutely not taking no for an answer.
- Material: Solid wood (75%), paint/mica finish (15%), fabric-mache (10%); multicolor in red, white, blue, and gold with white faux-fur beard accent
- Design: Uncle Sam nutcracker figure with star-spangled top hat, diagonal "250th Anniversary" sash, and hand-held Betsy Ross 13-star flag; ★ 1776–2026 ★ inscription on base; officially licensed America250™
- Dimensions: 5" tall (approximately 12.7 cm)
- Occasion: Commemorates America's 250th anniversary, 1776–2026
Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
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