There is a decorative accessory gift to suit everyone and every occasion, whether the recipient is a collector, appreciates something unique or simply enjoys things of beauty. In fact, there are so many choices that it can be challenging to select only one. In the case of a child or newlyweds, it may be appropriate to begin a collection, with the first gift in a series, set or theme.
Nautical
Nautical items are interesting decorative accessories and exceptional gifts for collectors and nautical enthusiasts. Some items are reproductions of antique nautical treasures and have historical significance. For example, Grace Galleries, Inc., in Harpswell, Maine has decorative gifts such as antique octants, sextants, compasses and maps. There is a solid brass and hardwood octant reproduction inspired by a 19th-century instrument. This octant has an 11 1/2-inch radius and is fully functional though not calibrated for navigational use. There is also a British Captain's Brass Sextant, a full-scale reproduction of a 6-inch radius vernier readout nautical sextant, presented in a hardwood case. From the R.M.S. Titanic, White Star Line, comes a Limited Release Boxed Gimbaled Brass Compass in a hardwood case. The 4-inch compass mimics the original that went down with the ill-fated ship. A Black Lacquered Nautical Old World Map Box is a work of art in itself. It is inlaid with the etching of an old world map and is handmade by a painstaking method of pouring many layers of lacquer over the box.
Nativity
In some Christian families, it is a tradition to hand down nativity sets from one generation to the next. Collectors worldwide know the trademark name Fontanini, which is synonymous with nativity sets and figurines manufactured by Roman, Inc. The company produces over 11,000 decorative items, including music boxes, angels and glitter domes, among other products. Fontanini Nativity items are available individually or in sets. Individual pieces make ideal gifts because the nativity set can grow with an addition annually or more frequently. Figurines come in a range of sizes, so be sure to check on the correct size before making a purchase. The 5-inch and 12-inch figurines are very popular with collectors who display their nativity sets every Christmas. Possible gift items include stables, city walls and entrance gates, waterwheels with mills, spice markets, and accessories like pomegranate trees. Figurines range from the Holy Family and the three kings to angels, shepherds, stable hands, soldiers and villagers, camels, goats and donkeys.
Crystal
Crystal decorative accessories are lovely gifts for housewarming parties, birthdays, anniversaries and other events that deserve a special gift. At websites like Jewelryforthehome.com, there is a wide selection of crystal items, including mouth-blown and hand-carved fine-quality glass and crystal sculptures, centerpieces, vases, bowls and pitchers. There are also hand cut and art glass perfume bottles, crystal paperweights shaped like an apple, a pineapple and a diamond as well as crystal dice, globes and emeralds. Famous crystal manufacturers like Waterford and Swarovski also sell collectible decorative accessories.
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