I for one think it is an absolutely perfect gift, totally free standing as asked for and is in theme with the season. As for apologies, pray tell where these "attempts" were made for I have not seen them. This particular freebie is a very useful one and can definitely be used in a number of different type of renders including victorian themed pictures, possibly a basement where the coal was shuttled into the furnace, or an english scene where coal was prevalent in use, or a gift under the tree for a naughty child. Ever wonder why a lump of coal is in stories regarding being good or bad children? Tis to teach those very children lessons about certain things, like proper behavior, among other things.