• Size: 1.75x2x5.25"
• Material: Glass & Glitter

• An Old World Christmas ornament 

Standing tall on North Carolina's Outer Banks since 1875, the Currituck Beach Lighthouse has helped sailors navigate the coast's shifting waters.  With its unique unpainted brick exterior that distinguishes it from other lighthouses along the Atlantic coastline, this 5.25-inch glass ornament commemorates the historic landmark.

Built to fill an 80-mile stretch of unlit coastline, the Currituck Lighthouse was a crucial addition to maritime navigation, warning ships of the treacherous waters near the barrier islands. Its brick construction, left bare rather than painted in traditional black or white, makes it instantly recognizable. This ornament reflects that signature look with a glittering bronze finish, mimicking the rusty color of the original bricks.

At the top, the black lantern room and gold-flecked glass housing represent the powerful beacon that has shone from this lighthouse for 150 years. The small keeper’s house at the base, complete with a shingled roof and white entryway to finish off the piece. Greenery wraps around the foundation, just as nature has woven itself into the lighthouse’s surroundings over time.

It can serve as a reminder of visits to the Outer Banks, a token of love for maritime history, or as a gift to someone with an appreciation for coastal landmarks. This ornament brings a little piece of North Carolina to the holiday tree. It’s ready to shine just like the real lighthouse—a beacon of history, strength, and tradition.

Text on Old World tag: On December 1, 1875, the beacon of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse filled in a previously dark mile gap along the North Carolina coast. To distinguish the Currituck Beach Lighthouse from other regional lighthouses, its brick exterior was left unpainted.