Breyer Model Horses 2025 Holiday Racehorse Ornament Lexington #B-HP-10475

Honoring a Racing Legend - Lexington the Great!

The Breyer 2025 Holiday Racehorse Ornament Lexington #B-HP-10475 celebrates one of the most influential Thoroughbreds in American racing history! This limited-edition 2025 ornament honors Lexington, the legendary foundation sire whose bloodlines shaped modern Thoroughbred racing. Hand-painted with meticulous detail, this ornament captures the power and elegance of the horse who dominated both the racetrack and the breeding shed in the 1800s!

Lexington - The Blind Hero Who Changed Racing Forever

Lexington's story is one of triumph over adversity. Born in 1850, he became one of the greatest racehorses of his era, setting a world record for the four-mile distance that stood for decades. But his greatest legacy came after an eye infection left him completely blind. Despite his blindness, Lexington became the most successful sire in American Thoroughbred history, leading the sire list an unprecedented 16 times! His descendants include legendary horses like Man o' War, Secretariat, and countless other champions. This ornament honors a true foundation of American racing!

Key Features

• Legendary Foundation Sire: Honors Lexington, 16-time leading sire of America
• Racing History Icon: World record holder and blind breeding champion
• Hand-Painted Detail: Meticulous craftsmanship captures Thoroughbred excellence
• Limited Edition 2025: Exclusive annual racehorse ornament release
• Derby & Racing Heritage: Perfect for Kentucky Derby and racing enthusiasts
• Hanging Cord Included: Ready to display on tree or ornament stand
• Collectible Quality: Premium ornament honoring equine history
• Foundation Bloodlines: Ancestor to Secretariat, Man o' War, and modern champions

16-Time Leading Sire - An Unmatched Record

Lexington's dominance as a sire is unparalleled in American Thoroughbred history. From 1861 to 1878, he led the sire list 16 times - a record that has never been equaled! Despite being completely blind, he produced champion after champion, establishing bloodlines that continue to influence racing today. Nearly every modern Thoroughbred traces back to Lexington in multiple lines, making him a true foundation of the breed!

Perfect For

• Kentucky Derby and racing enthusiasts
• Thoroughbred breed historians and collectors
• Foundation sire and bloodline enthusiasts
• Christmas tree decoration with racing heritage
• Horse racing fans and handicappers
• Breyer ornament collectors
• Gift giving to racing and breeding enthusiasts
• Celebrating American Thoroughbred history

The Blind Champion's Legacy

Lexington's blindness makes his story even more remarkable. After losing his sight to an infection, many thought his breeding career would be limited. Instead, he became the most influential sire in American history! His handlers would lead mares to him, and his incredible instincts and conformation allowed him to produce champion after champion. His story is one of perseverance, adaptation, and the triumph of genetics and heart over physical limitation!

Bloodlines That Built Racing

Lexington's descendants read like a who's who of Thoroughbred racing. His son Kentucky produced the legendary Domino. His bloodlines flow through Man o' War, Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Affirmed, and virtually every modern champion. When you watch the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, or Belmont Stakes, you're watching Lexington's descendants compete. This ornament honors the horse who built the foundation of American racing!

Hand-Painted Racing Detail

This ornament captures Lexington's powerful Thoroughbred build with hand-painted detail that showcases the breed's racing conformation. The muscular hindquarters, refined head, and athletic stance reflect the qualities that made Lexington both a racing champion and an unmatched sire. Each ornament is carefully crafted to honor this legendary horse's contribution to the sport!

Kentucky Derby Connection

While Lexington raced before the Kentucky Derby was established (the Derby began in 1875), his bloodlines dominated the early years of the race. His descendants won numerous early Derbies, and his influence continues today - virtually every Derby winner traces back to Lexington multiple times. This ornament celebrates the foundation of Derby greatness!

Limited Edition 2025 Release

As a limited-edition 2025 release, this ornament honoring Lexington won't be available forever. Breyer's racehorse ornaments have become increasingly collectible, celebrating the legends who shaped Thoroughbred racing. Adding Lexington to your collection ensures you have this tribute to one of racing's most influential horses!

Display Options

Perfect for Christmas tree display, this ornament also shines on an ornament stand year-round, in racing-themed displays, alongside Kentucky Derby memorabilia, or as part of a Breyer ornament collection. Racing enthusiasts will treasure this piece that honors the blind champion who changed Thoroughbred breeding forever!

Educational Racing History

This ornament provides an opportunity to share Lexington's remarkable story with younger generations. His tale of racing success, overcoming blindness, and becoming the most influential sire in American history teaches lessons about perseverance, adaptation, and the importance of genetics in breeding. It's a conversation starter about racing history and the foundations of the sport!

Investment-Grade Collectible

Ornaments honoring legendary foundation sires like Lexington have special significance for serious collectors. As racing history becomes more appreciated and Thoroughbred bloodline research grows, pieces celebrating horses like Lexington increase in value. This limited-edition 2025 release honors a horse whose influence cannot be overstated!

About Breyer: Since 1950, Breyer has been creating the world's finest model horses, known for exceptional detail, quality craftsmanship, and celebrating the legendary horses who shaped equine history. Jack's Country Store has a long-standing history of being a Blue Ribbon Breyer dealer since 1994.

Horse: Lexington - 16-time leading sire, world record holder, blind breeding champion

Born: 1850

Legacy: Foundation sire to Secretariat, Man o' War, and modern Thoroughbreds

Racing Record: World record four-mile distance

Breeding Record: 16-time leading sire (1861-1878) - unmatched in history

Edition: Limited edition 2025 release

Item #: B-HP-10475

Weight: 1 lb

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