The 30th, and final, edition of the exclusive Elgin ornament series is now available at Shockey Jewelers! Please stop in the store to make your purchase of the 2025 numbered/limited edition ornament or call 847-742-0113 to have yours shipped. The price for the 2025 gift boxed ornament is $28.95 plus tax. Prior years are available for purchase to complete your set.
2025: Shockey Jewelers, 18 Douglas Ave / est. 1977
The End of the Elgin Ornament Era… Since 1977, Shockey Jewelers has cherished the rich history of Elgin, Illinois. For the past 29 years, we have celebrated the city’s beautiful buildings and special events through our annual Christmas ornaments. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our loyal customers, near and far, who have appreciated and collected each piece in the series. This year, we are honored to present the final 30th edition — featuring Shockey Jewelers itself in 2025.
Over the years, this unique collection has grown to include 32 ornaments in total. Most are still available, though some are in limited supply. You can view the entire collection in-store or below. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Elgin history!
The 2025 ornament, “Shockey Jewelers,” is now in stock, and the cost will remain $28.95.
We are deeply grateful for your continued support of our multi-generational family business. It is our privilege to serve you with personal attention, quality merchandise and craftsmanship. We look forward to maintaining the lasting relationships that we have proudly developed since our opening decades ago. Wishing you a blessed holiday season — and a very Merry Christmas!
2024: Larkin Children's Home / circa 1912
2023: Elgin Professional Building / circa 1928
2022: Elgin Butter Company / circa 1893
2021: Old Main / circa 1856
2020: Joseph Spiess Company / circa 1921
2019: Lord Memorial Museum (Elgin Public Museum) / circa 1907
2018: Northern IL Hospital and Asylum / circa 1886
2017: Elgin YMCA / circa 1910
2016: Crocker Theater (Grove Avenue) / circa 1923
2015: North Douglas Avenue / circa 1910
2014: David C. Cook Publishing Company / circa 1901
2013: Pratt's Castle / circa 1937
2012: Butterman's House / circa 1889
2011: First Congregational Church / 175th Anniversary: 1836—2011
2010: Shoe Factory / circa 1891
2009: Sherman Hospital / circa 1888
2008: Woolworth Building (Grove Street) / closed 1983
2007: Old Post Office (Spring Street) / 1902-1969
2006: Wing Park Swimming Pool / circa 1937
2005: Elgin Watch Company Observatory / circa 1910
2004: Old Gail Borden Library / circa 1894
2003: Teeple Barn / circa 1885
2002: Elgin Tower Building / circa 1929
2001: Old Elgin High School / circa 1911
2000: Elgin City Hall / circa 1893
1999: Elgin Watch Factory / circa 1873
1998 Third Edition: Fire Barn No. 5 / circa 1904
1997 Second Edition: Lord's Park Pavillion / circa 1898
1996First Edition: Collage of Old Main, Elgin Clock Tower, St. John's Church
Event Ornament: National Car Race / 1910
Event Ornament: Hiawatha Pageant / 1927—1979
Most past years are available for purchase. Please inquire. The first three years are sold out - we are seeking to purchase 1996-1998 Limited Edition Ornaments. To learn more about Elgin's history, visit the Elgin History Museum and Historic Elgin