When was Chestnut Street in Salem built?

The street was laid out in 1796, and most of its Federal-style houses were built between 1800 and 1840.

What is the ornament made of, and how is it packaged?

A three-inch round of faceted crystal glass with a red ribbon. The line-drawn art is printed so the open areas let the crystal show through. It comes in a white or gold gift box, is made to order in the USA and ships free in the U.S.

Is this ornament an official Salem souvenir?

No. It is original art by Merlin Classics, an independent shop, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any town office, museum or organization.

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Salem Massachusetts Holiday Ornament - Chestnut Street Doorway

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A Chestnut Street doorway in Salem, dressed for December with wreath and garland.

A black door under a fanlight, a brass lantern, a wreath and a garland of fruit. This is how Chestnut Street dresses for December.

For the Salem family, the old-house lover, the new owner of a front door of their own. It is a three-inch round of faceted crystal glass on a red ribbon, printed so the open areas of the drawing let the light through, in your choice of a white or gold gift box. Hung in a window it works all winter, long after the tree comes down.

Quick Facts — Chestnut Street Doorway Ornament

› Subject: A Federal-style doorway on Chestnut Street in Salem, Massachusetts, dressed with a wreath and garland

› Town: Salem, Massachusetts

› Size: 3 in (76 mm) round, faceted edge, red ribbon

› Material: crystal glass, line-drawn art printed to let the crystal show through

› Packaging: white or gold gift box

› Made to order in the USA

› Ships free in the U.S.

Chestnut Street was laid out in 1796 and made eighty feet wide, broad for its day. Over the next few decades Salem's merchants and sea captains lined it with houses in the Federal style, many showing the influence of the Salem carver and architect Samuel McIntire.

The money came from the sea, much of it from the China trade. The street has been called one of the most beautiful in America, and its doorways are the best of it.

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Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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What's the return policy?

Made-to-order items can't be returned or exchanged for size or color, so please use the size chart and photos before ordering. If anything arrives defective, misprinted or damaged, send a photo and your order number within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you.

How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.