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Birds
| Birds are considered a universal symbol of happiness and joy and are regarded by many to be a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers would often carefully capture wild birds in autumn to keep in cages in their workshops and to shelter them during the winter months. The sound of the gas flame from the Bunsen burners,which are used to make glass ornaments, would prompt the birds to sing throughout the day, thereby entertaining the entire family. Then when spring arrived, the birds were returned to freedom. Because bird ornaments are difficult to create, few glassblowing families specialize in the making of these artistic pieces.
Many collectors remember the lovely glass bird ornaments delicately perched on their grandparents' tree, which is the one reason birds continue to be among the most coveted of glass ornaments. Even today, birds are still viewed as messengers of love and as the harbingers of good things to come.
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Bluebird Trio Glass Ornament
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Bird's Nest Glass Clip-On Ornament
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Blue Jay Glass Clip-On Ornament
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Cardinal Clip-On Bird Glass Ornament
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Chick Glass Clip-On Ornament
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Fantasy Bird Glass Clip-On Ornament
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Fantasy Cardinal Glass Clip-On Ornament
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Flamingo in Santa Hat Glass Ornament
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Hummingbird Glass Ornament
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