Hallmark "Fire Brigade Series: 1929 Chevrolet Fire Engine" Christmas Ornament, 2003
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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
2003
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Chris Webb 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
2019.65.3437
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Plastic
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of ornament: 1929 on sides of engine of ornament: FIRE DEPT. on back of ornament: 2003 on bottom of ornament: 1929 Chevrolet used under license. / Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / FEATURES SOUND / GM / OFFICIAL / LICENSED PRODUCT / Christmas 2003 / 1929 CHEVROLET(R) FIRE ENGINE / Fire Brigade / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / decoration des fetes on back of packaging: 1929 CHEVROLET(R) FIRE ENGINE / Fire Brigade / Whether your favorite childhood memory of a fire engine / involves a visit to a fire station or a hometown parade, this / series of Keepsake Ornaments is sure to have a treasured / place in your collection. From pumpers to ladder trucks, a / well-known fire engine design will be reproduced each year. / And each highly detailed ornament will have a special feature. / This ornament is a replica of a 1929 six-cylinder Chevrolet(R) / combination chemical and hose truck. The authentic sounds / of the siren and bell were recorded from the original truck. / BATTERY-OPERATED SOUND. Battery included. / Chris Webb / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / First in the Series. / Look for 1 on this ornament. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Die-Cast Metal - Dated 2003 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENTS / 30 YEARS OF COLLECTING MEMORIES / 1973 - 2003 on bottom of packaging: Chevrolet Emblems and vehicle body designs are General / Motors Trademarks used under license to Hallmark. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX8449
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