Hallmark "Elvis" Christmas Ornament, 1992
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Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
Artifact
Christmas tree ornament
Date Made
1992
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Dill Rhodus and Joyce Lyle of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.2472
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on right side of ornament: 1992 on front of packaging: GOLD CROWN / EXCLUSIVE / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Elvis on back of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Brass-Plated - Dated 1992 / Elvis Aaron Presley is one of the most / unforgettable figures of the 20th century. Born / in 1935, a poor boy from Tupelo, Mississippi, / he went on to become the most popular / entertainer in the world. / His astounding recording, concert and / acting career spanned more than 20 years, / winning him millions of fans worldwide. Elvis / didn't sing like anybody. He didn't move like / anybody. He did it "his way." He was a true / original, and will be remembered not just for a / long time, but forever. / Elvis Presley and Elvis are trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. / Copyright 1992 and/or Trademark Service Mark of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. / Mfd for Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China. QX562-4