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The gold crown, the red coat with gold trim, the white beard and rosy cheeks are all painted by hand, then sealed with a glossy coat.
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The Vaelo Christmas Shop
A 5 ft nutcracker king carved from solid wood and painted by hand, with a gold crown and scepter, standing guard all season long.
Free shipping across the USA · Order by December 10 for Christmas delivery
Why you'll love the Aldric
The gold crown, the red coat with gold trim, the white beard and rosy cheeks are all painted by hand, then sealed with a glossy coat.
At 5 ft tall, he stands at eye level by the stairs or in the entryway, a classic piece guests notice the moment they walk in.
Stand him on a covered porch to greet visitors, or bring him inside next to the Christmas tree and the fireplace.
What's in the box
After the holidays, dust him with a soft dry cloth and store him upright somewhere dry until next Christmas.
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Our team is here Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET, and replies within 1 to 2 business days.
Email our teamHe stands 5 ft (150 cm) tall from the base to the top of his crown, about eye level next to a front door or a staircase.
Natural solid wood, painted by hand and finished with a glossy protective coat. It is not plastic or MDF.
Yes, on a covered porch. Like any painted wood piece, keep him out of direct rain and snow so the finish stays bright.
Yes, the mouth moves like a traditional nutcracker. It is made for decoration, so please don't use it to crack hard nuts.
No. The Aldric is a hand-painted wooden nutcracker without lights. Pair him with the Wrenfield porch set for a glowing front door.
Dust him with a soft dry cloth. Avoid water and cleaning sprays, and store him upright in a dry place after the holidays.
The 25% Christmas Special is applied automatically at checkout, with no code needed. It is available for a limited time and ends December 15 at 11:59 PM Eastern.
Orders are prepared in 1–2 business days and spend 6–8 business days in transit, so most arrive within 7–10 business days. To have it in time for Christmas, we recommend ordering by December 10. Delivery times may vary due to weather, holidays, or carrier delays. For complete details, visit our Shipping Policy.
Absolutely! At Vaelo Home, we offer free standard shipping on all eligible orders within the United States, with no minimum purchase required. Any additional shipping options or charges will be clearly displayed at checkout. For more information, visit our Shipping Policy.
Once your order has shipped, we'll send you a shipping confirmation email with your tracking information. You can also follow your package's journey anytime through our Order Tracking Page. Please allow a little time for tracking to become available after your shipping confirmation. For additional details on delivery timelines, please review our Shipping Policy.
You can request a return within 30 days of the confirmed delivery date. Items must be unused, in original condition, and returned with all original packaging. Contact us at info@vaelohome.com with your order number before sending anything back. For complete details, visit our Refund Policy.
Please email us at info@vaelohome.com within 24 hours of purchase with your order number. Cancellations cannot be guaranteed after 24 hours. Once an order enters fulfillment or has shipped, it can no longer be canceled. If already shipped, you may request a return once it arrives. For complete details, please visit our Refund Policy.
We're always happy to help! Email us at info@vaelohome.com, call +1 (413) 600-1641 or send us a message through our Contact page. Customer service hours are Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (EST), and we aim to reply within 1–2 business days.
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