Pipka's "St. Nicholas" Figurine. Height = 6". Retired! "Angel".

Pipka's "St. Nicholas" Figurine. St. Nicholas was also the patron saint of Russia. Because he was such a useful, all-purpose saint, the Church gave him the important Christmas job of looking after children. Long before Christianity, people expected presents and with the emergence of a Christian continent, St. Nicholas became the official gift bringer. Traditionally, a little angel accompanies St. Nicholas, carrying a big book of the names of boys and girls. Design: 11314 Year Issued: 1998 Edition Limit: 9700 Date Retired: 7/31/2002 Height: 6" Original SRP: $40.00