The Pear Bureau Northwest tradition of festive Partridge in a Pear Tree ornaments continues with the 17th annual issue commemorating the year 2008. For the first time, this year's original design is a unique three-dimensional spherical shape with dainty partridges nestled among abundant pears and their leafy branches.  The ornament is cast in high quality polished brass, and plated in 24 karat gold with the USA Pears logo highlighted in green and red, authenticating the ornament.