Vintage German Erzgebirge Hussar Nutcracker Blue 14” Wood Soldier W/ Box GDR For Sale

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# Vintage German Erzgebirge Wooden Hussar Soldier Nutcracker - 14\" with Original BoxUp for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage wooden Hussar Soldier nutcracker crafted in the historic Erzgebirge region of Germany (likely 1960s/1970s East Germany GDR era). This piece features a striking light blue uniform with hand-painted gold, orange, and white accents, a black crown/hat, and authentic faux-fur hair and beard. It comes complete with its original vintage diamond-patterned cardboard box, a highly sought-after addition for collectors.### Item Specifications:
* **Type:** Hussar Soldier / King Nutcracker
* **Origin:** Erzgebirge, Germany (Unmarked/Expertic Era)
* **Material:** Hand-painted wood, composite accents, faux hair
* **Height:** Approx. 14 inches (Matches standard 14-15\" vintage scaling)
* **Includes:** Nutcracker and original 2-piece patterned box### ⚠️ Condition & Flaws (Please Review Photos Carefully):
This item is being sold in vintage, pre-owned condition with visible wear consistent with age and display. Please note the following specific flaws pictured:
1. **Structural Cracking:** There is a distinct hairline crack running vertically through the lower right arm and into the hand/wrist area.
2. **Rear Lever Wear:** Minor hairline separation/wood movement is visible near the inner housing of the rear jaw-lever mechanism, though the lever still functions.
3. **Missing Accessory:** The right hand has a pre-drilled hole but is missing its original handheld accessory (typically a small wooden sword or scepter).
4. **General Wear:** Light paint scuffs and minor age wear on both the nutcracker and the original cardboard box (box shows standard edge wear and minor tearing at the corners).*Please inspect all close-up photographs for an exact representation of the condition before purchasing. Sold as-is.*### Shipping & Handling:
Carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and securely packed in a sturdy outer box to preserve the original vintage packaging. Ships quickly via calculated carrier rates.

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