Jack O Lanterns come from the Irish legend of Stingy Jack, a man so mean the devil wouldn t let him into hell. He was forced to roam the earth using a carved turnip with a piece of coal for a lantern and was called Jack of the Lantern. Thus began the carving of pumpkins as Jack O Lanterns to place in windows to scare away evil spirits. From assortment 26063 Measurements: 3.25 X 3 X 2.5 (HxLxW) Each glass ornament is mouth-blown into finely carved molds A solution of hot liquid silver is added for exceptional color and vibrance Ornaments are then hand-painted and hand-glittered for a fine finish