Hallmark "LIONEL Trains Series: New York Central Locomotive" 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
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.6415
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on sides of ornament: LIONEL / NEW YORK CENTRAL / DFA-1A / 16034 on bottom of ornament: 2008 / LIONEL(R) / Licensed by Lionel LLC. / HMK. CDS. 13 on front of packaging: Series / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / L (R) / LIONEL / New York Central Locomotive / LIONEL(R) Trains / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: New York Central Locomotive / LIONEL(R) Trains / This year marks the 60th anniversary since the debut of the / Lionel 2333 New York Central locomotive. When railroading / began to convert from steam power to diesel in the 1930s, the / full-size New York Central was one of the mightiest new / locomotives introduced. People were thrilled and captivated / by the sight of this magnificent train both for its great speed / and for its stunning art deco-inspired design. / General Motors was responsible for furnishing the new F3's / powerful first-generation diesel engine. When this train was / unveiled, railroaders were astounded by its incredible speed, / which shattered previous records. By the mid-20th century, / diesel locomotives had replaced steam locomotives throughout / much of the world. The new engines offered greater flexibility / and performance as well as significantly lower operating and / maintenance costs. / Thirteenth in the Series. Look for 13 on this ornament. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / handcrafted and metal - dated 2008 on right side of packaging: LIONEL(R) Licensed by Lionel LLC. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2854
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