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kabolden
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Can anyone help me learn about this nutcracker? Appears to be female and carved of wood. I have no idea of its origin/history/age other than the bottom says "Made in West Germany" in English. The neck turns and will crush a nut in the behind. You can eventually turn the neck so that it separates from the body so it is made of 2 pieces. Not the traditional type of nutcracker I collect but found this one interesting. I would love some information about this nutcracker. Thanks so much.
Christmas NutcrackersThe modern ornamental nutcracker emerged in 19th Century Germany, with wood…