Hallmark "Lionel Holiday Boxcar" Christmas Ornament, 2009
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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
2009
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by 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
2019.65.6727
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
ornament, underside: 2009 / LIONEL [R] Lic. Lionel LLC. / [TM] HMK. CDS. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / LIONEL [R] / Lionel [R] Holiday Boxcar / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Lionel [R] Holiday Boxcar / Many a childhood Christmas memory begins / with the sweet sound of a Lionel train busily / chuffing around the tree. The steady clickety- / clack and distinctive whistle take kids of all / ages back to those golden days when steam / engines ruled the rails. In keeping with that / tradition, this jolly Holiday Railroad is sure / to add a touch of nostalgia to any seasonal / celebration! / Let it snow all night--in this Holiday / Boxcar, cargo is protected from the / elements and sure to arrive on time. / Merry Christmas to all--and to all, / great railroad memories! / For decorative use only. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / handcrafted and metal - dated 2009 packaging, underside: LIONEL [R] Licensed by Lionel LLC. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI1095
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