Uncovered Holiday Ornaments with Hidden Monetary Worth
With an abundance of various types of Holiday decors available, it can be challenging to differentiate which ones are worth acquiring and which are best left untouched. If you're aiming to augment both the monetary and emotional worth of your display this season, the designers recommend keeping an alert eye for any of the following items.
Silver Decorations
For numerous designers, silver ornaments are both monetarily valuable and incredibly emotional.
"Silver ornaments are my top choice for a cherished keepsake to gift," explains Viki Chupik, the founder of Chupik Design in Austin. She's been bestowing each of her godchildren with a silver ornament every year for the past two decades. "Now, they have a whole tree's worth of ornaments collected over time," she divulges.
Brelan Owen Pearson, partner and principal designer at Owen Group Interiors in Houston, also shares strong familial connections to silver ornaments. "For years, my mom’s aunt has given her silver bell ornaments as a Christmas present, which are now being passed down to the next generation," she mentions, adding that these ornaments come from antique stores. "We all enjoy sharing them as gifts during the holiday season."
Crystal Decorations
Add some glitz to your tree with Swarovski crystal ornaments–Layton Campbell, the founder of J. Layton Interiors, has a collection dating back to 2001. "Once you have these distinctive crystal facets reflecting light throughout your tree, it's truly enchanting," says the Charlotte-based designer.
Mercury Glass Decorations
Prefer a more colorful tree? Consider mercury glass ornaments. As Cynthia Masters, the founder of Panageries Interior Design Studio in Greenville, South Carolina, puts it, "Mercury glass in the shape of trees, ornaments, hurricanes, vases, or candles adds a delightful sparkle to your interior."
The best part is that you can choose any color scheme that resonates with you. "You can find a variety of these items in shades of silver, gold, champagne, purple, blue, and even copper," Masters notes. "Stick with metallics that match your home to ensure a harmonious appearance."
Vintage Czech Trees
While uncommon, vintage Czech Christmas trees, hailing from pre-WWII, have become part of Sara Hillery's decor collection. "I first saw these in an antique shop in Nantucket, but then recently went to the Czech Republic and started searching for them in the antique stores," says the founder of Sara Hillery Interior Design in Richmond, Virginia. "If you have one or come across one, don't hesitate, grab it. You'll adore it for years, and it's a piece of history too."
Items with a Tale
Claire Thompson, the founder of Claire Thompson Design in Mississippi, is drawn to sentimental Christmas decor. "The most significant holiday decorations are those with a story," she says. "Whether it's a keepsake passed down from my grandma or a found treasure during a trip with my mom, a home accessory will always have value if memories are attached."
Incorporating antique items into your Christmas decor can add a unique touch to your display. For instance, vintage Czech Christmas trees, originating from pre-WWII, can become a cherished piece in your collection. As Sara Hillery from Sara Hillery Interior Design in Richmond, Virginia, mentions, these trees can be found in antique shops and are worth investing in for their historical value and lasting appeal.
If you're looking for Christmas decorations that hold emotional significance, Southern Living recommends considering items with a story. Claire Thompson, the founder of Claire Thompson Design in Mississippi, believes that the most significant holiday decorations are those that carry memories from family heirlooms or special trips.
Holidays Occasions like Christmas offer an opportunity to highlight treasured pieces in your collection of Home decorations. Antiques such as silver ornaments and crystal ornaments can add a touch of elegance and sparkle to your display, making them valuable additions both monetarily and emotionally.
