Vintage Inge-Glas Blown Glass 500,000 Clown Ornament. Measures 5 1/2" in height. Very good condiiton.
Celebrate a century of tradition with this vintage mouth-blown glass clown ornament. Handcrafted in Neustadt bei Coburg, Germany, by the expert artisans of Inge-Glas, this piece belongs to a lineage of glassblowers dating back over 14 generations. Standing approximately 5 1/2" in height, the ornament features a shimmering silvered body accented with hand-painted red details and "sugar-coated" glitter trim.
This particular design holds significant historical meaning; the "500,000" clown was inspired by the hyperinflation era in Germany following WWI. During this time, it famously took 500,000 German marks just to buy a single loaf of bread. The gold medallion on the clown's chest represents a traditional baker's insignia, making this not just a festive decoration but a conversation piece about European history. Capped with the exclusive 5-Point Star Crown, this ornament is a guaranteed authentic German heirloom that brings artistry and a story of good fortune to any Christmas tree. It serves as a thoughtful gift for history buffs, German heritage enthusiasts, or collectors of rare figural glass.
This item is vintage, over 30 years old, likely manufactured in the late 1980s or early 1990s. While it appears to be in very good condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw, I would reach out prior to sending it.
