Red and Gold Crowned King Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 12 in by Wizardi F07AM9-25-N01866D

Crown the season with the Red and Gold Crowned King, a wooden Christmas nutcracker by Wizardi — a classic king in a red domed crown with a gold band set with green jewels, a fluffy white beard under a black moustache, and a black jacket richly trimmed in gold with red sleeves. He holds a gold scepter topped with a red jewel, with red trousers and black boots on a red square base trimmed in gold.

A little collector's folklore: in The Nutcracker, the nutcracker is crowned king of the Land of Sweets at the end of the story, and collectors say every king nutcracker is waiting for his own happy ending on Christmas morning.

Why this nutcracker: if you want a traditional king with rich, regal detail, the jeweled crown and gold embroidery deliver. At about 12 inches he fits a shelf, piano or mantel, and makes a classic gift.

In the box: one Red and Gold Crowned King nutcracker in painted wood with a white faux-fur beard and jewel accents, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Complete his court with the sword soldier, royal guard and drummer (F07AM9-25-N01866A, B and C), or pair him with the 15-inch king (F07AM9-24-N01866D). Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 30 cm tall (11.8 in). Classic Christmas shelf and mantel decor, and a regal gift for nutcracker collectors.