Cassia the Spice Merchant

House of Fontanini – Item #54112

Bring the color and character of the Bethlehem marketplace into your Nativity village with Cassia the Spice Merchant from the beloved Fontanini® 5" Collection. Carrying a tray of fragrant spices and a small chest of treasured seasonings, Cassia represents the vibrant trade and daily life that surrounded the Holy Family on the night of Christ’s birth. Her gentle expression and graceful stance evoke the quiet dignity of a merchant who understands the value and beauty of her craft.

Cassia’s presence adds warmth and storytelling to your Nativity display. The spices she carries were among the most valued goods in the ancient world—symbols of prosperity, culture, and the rich life of the marketplace. Placed among shepherds, villagers, and artisans, Cassia helps create a fuller scene of the community that witnessed the miracle of Christmas.

The Fontanini Nativity tradition carried on here at HouseofFontanini.com began over 100 years ago in Bagni di Lucca, Italy, in the hills of Tuscany by Emanuele Fontanini. When he opened his first shop in 1908, he began a family legacy that has grown from humble beginnings into a world-renowned creator of heirloom-quality Nativity sets and figurines. Each piece is carefully sculpted, molded, and hand-painted by skilled Italian artisans, ensuring the warmth, detail, and authenticity collectors have cherished for generations.

Made of durable polymer and designed for the 5" Fontanini Nativity scale, Cassia the Spice Merchant is both a beautiful collectible and a meaningful addition to any Nativity village.

Today, HouseofFontanini.com proudly continues this tradition, providing direct retail and e-commerce access to these cherished figures. For over 25 years we have been a locally owned small business that doesn’t just sell Fontanini—we love it too. From our Minnesota warehouse we live by our mission:

“Telling His Story, one piece at a time.”

Whether you're expanding your village or beginning a new tradition, this charming merchant is a wonderful way to shop Fontanini and discover treasures from the Fontanini outlet.

Product Details

• Collection: Fontanini® 5" Scale Nativity

• Figure: Cassia the Spice Merchant

• Item Number: 54112

• UPC: 089945695427

• Material: Durable Polymer

• Scale: 5" Collection

• Made in Italy

• Hand crafted and hand painted by Fontanini artisans