Hallmark "The Nativity Series" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 2001

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Artifact Overview

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 Details

Artifact

Christmas tree ornament

Date Made

2001

Creator Notes

Designed by Duane Unruh of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.4990

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Pewter (Tin alloy)
Cardboard

Color

Silver

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: 2001 on bottom of ornament: (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc. / 4 on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / The Nativity / DECORATION DES FETES / COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: Fourth and final in The Nativity Series. / Look for series verification 4 on ornament. / And the angel said unto them, / Fear not: for, behold, / I bring you good tidings of great joy, / which shall be to all people. / Luke 2:10 / Sculpted by Duane Unruh / Miniature / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Pewter - Dated 2001 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QXM5255