Hallmark "Marty Links" Christmas Ornament, 1975
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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
1975
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Marty Links of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.154
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
Merry Christmas / 1975 / (C) 1975 HALLMARK CARDS, INC.
on front of packaging:
Christmas Ornaments / Tree-Trimmer Collection
on back of packaging:
Hallmark
on top of packaging:
Hallmark / Christmas Ornament / Featuring original, dated designs / by Marty Links
on bottom of packaging:
Manufactured for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, Mo. 64141 Made in U.S.A.
sticker on bottom of packaging:
LYNN'S / Hallmark / 6.00
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