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Wendell August Fine Pewter In A Manger Nativity Ornament - Looks New - A Wendell August commemorative nativity ornament, hand-wrought from fine pewter. The circular medallion features a relief-cast scene of the Nativity, depicting Mary and Joseph flanking the infant Jesus in a manger beneath a star, all within an ornate celestial border. The right-hand side is inscribed with the phrase 'In a Manger' above the Roman numerals MCMLXXXVIII. The reverse of the piece is finished with a characteristic hammered texture. The reverse bears a circular impressed mark reading 'WENDELL AUGUST' and 'HAND MADE IN THE USA 1923' surrounding the 'WA' logo. A small eagle-like touchmark is positioned above this primary stamp. The lot includes the original black presentation box with silver-toned branding and a white manufacturer information card. The ornament is housed in a clear protective sleeve and is fitted with a black hanging thread.