The holiday season is upon us! If you have history buffs in your life and have absolutely no idea what to get them, Totally Historic has you covered. These fun and unique gift ideas will delight anyone interested in history.
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1. Julius Caesar Pencil Holder
This Julius Caesar pencil holder is definitely a conversation piece. I’m the proud owner of this item and had it displayed prominently on my desk at work. Although it took some people a while to figure out the joke relating to Caesar’s untimely death, it was amazing to see their faces as realization dawned on them. The most common reaction was, “That’s fucked up.” My mom loved it so much that I bought her one a couple of years ago for Christmas. My husband found it so amusing that he stole mine, and it now lives on his desk.
2. Henry VIII Disappearing Mug
Mugs are a great gift – who doesn’t drink coffee, tea, or hot chocolate? This one has Henry VIII, infamous for his six wives. Some of them met ghastly fates, and there are two rhymes to help you remember how each ended up:
“Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived.”
“Henry VIII, to six wives was wedded. One died, one survived, two divorced, and two beheaded.”
With this mug, you now have a third way to remember each wife. When you pour hot water into the mug, his wives disappear and reveal their names and fate.
3. Shakespearean Insult Mug
Okay, one more mug! This Shakespearean insult mug is a riot, with zingers like “Thou art a boil, a plague sore” and “Poisonous bunch-back’d toad.” I got this for my brother-in-law one year ago because, well, it’s self-explanatory. 🤣
4. Monarchs of England: 59 Royal Flashcards
A fun gift for those interested in English history. I bought these cards for my mom because she’s into British kings and queens. Turns out my brother enjoyed them, too. He was borrowing the flashcards as reading material while on his own royal throne.
5. King’s Guard Knight Pen Holder
Who doesn’t want a medieval knight bowing to you on the daily? Not only does he show you incredible respect, but he holds your pens and cell phone. The knight also comes with a metal sword opener for those of you still receiving snail mail.
6. Notre-Dame de Paris Lego Set
Hands-on history buffs will enjoy this Notre Dame de Paris Lego collectible building set. Construction on the original Notre Dame began in 1163 CE and took over a hundred years to complete. Hopefully, this set doesn’t take that long to finish!
7. Tears of Students Tumbler
For your favorite history teacher. Enough said.
8. reMarkable 2 Bundle
This is a big-ticket item, but it’s so worth it for researchers, students, and teachers. reMarkable is a digital notebook that feels like paper. It connects to wi-fi but doesn’t have internet browsers like a tablet or smartphone. Therein lies the beauty – it’s distraction-free and prevents you from scrolling or watching YouTube videos for three hours when you should be researching. Yes, I’m speaking from personal experience. I use reMarkable to run my blog and business, and it’s a lifesaver.
9. The Ultimate History Buff Challenge: Over 600 Quiz Questions for Curious History Lovers
Challenge your favorite history buff’s knowledge with this book of over 600 trivia questions spanning 5,000 years of world history.
10. President Socks
Socks are a great stocking stuffer. Get Presidential with this fun set of 6 pairs.
11. Nailed It: Martin Luther T-Shirt
If you know, you know. If you don’t know…a quick primer. On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-five Theses on the door of a church in Wittenberg, Germany. He was calling for theological and ecclesiastical reforms and ultimately sparked the Protestant Reformation. Nailed it, indeed.
12. Wash Your Hands Plague Doctor Sign
A great bathroom reminder to wash your damn hands.
13. Indiana Jones Grail Diary
Who else wanted to be Indiana Jones when they were young? Now you can, with this replica of the Holy Grail notebook from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. History buffs will totally geek out over this movie prop.
14. 2026 History Channel This Day in History Boxed Calendar
Get your daily dose of history facts and events with this boxed calendar.
15. F*cking History: 111 Lessons You Should Have Learned in School
The Captain does not fail to entertain in this book, which teaches history and imparts life lessons along the way.
If you’re interested in more Totally Historic Gift Guides, check out Gift Guide for Book Lovers and Gift Guide for Art Lovers.
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