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Christmas trees can take many forms.

They might be dripping in glass icicles, covered intinsel, or feature apickletucked in between the branches.

The Chrismon tree is a relatively new tradition, though its ornaments, or Chrismons, go way back.

Gold Christmas ornament Chrismon Cross on the tree

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These symbols were a way for the followers of Christ to recognize their faith in a more covert way.

Chrismon trees are typically decked in all white and gold.

The white symbolizes the perfection and purity of the Lord, while gold points to His nobility and glory.