Hallmark "Elves" Christmas Ornament, 1973

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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

1973

Creator Notes

Designed by Sue Tague of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.114

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Diameter: 3.25 in (Ornament)

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: TREE TRIMMER / Hallmark on back of packaging: Manufactured for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, Mo. 64141 Made in U.S.A. 250XHD103-5 on top of packaging: Hallmark / TREE TRIMMER / A frosted glass Christmas ornament from a collection of 6 Hallmark originals this design by Sue Tague / DIAMETER 3 1\4 IN. $2.50