Hallmark "Daytona 500 50th Running NASCAR" Christmas Ornament, 2008
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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
2008
Creators
Goslin, Stephen Lawrence, 1960-2019
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Steve Goslin 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
2019.65.107
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of ornament: DAYTONA / 500 / 50 YEARS on back of ornament: NASCAR on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Magic / Features Stand / DAYTONA / 500 / 50 YEARS / NASCAR / DAYTONA 500 / 50th Runing / NASCAR / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: DAYTONA 500 / 50th Runing / NASCAR / Nothing compares with the sights and sounds of the legendary DAYTONA 500, NASCAR;s Great American Race. From green flag to finish line, each running of the DAYTONA 500 has helped built a strong tradition of human drama and racing excitement. This ornament commemorates the 50th running of the DAYTONA 500--the most anticipated event in race history. / Press the button on the bse of the ornament to hear the exciting sounds of race day at the DAYTONA 500! / Steve Goslin / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / BATTERY OPERATED. Batteries included. Instructions printed inside box. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / [...] / handcrafted - dated 2008 on bottom of packaging: NASCAR is a registered trademark of the National Association fror Stoc Car Auto Racing, Inc. / www.NASCAR.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI2171
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