Hallmark "Mr. Potato Head" Christmas Ornament, 1997

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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

1997

Creator Notes

Designed by Bob Siedler of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.196

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Mr. / Potato / Head / Mr. Potato Head on back of packaging: Since 1952, Mr. Potato Head has appealed to the wacky creative side of everyone who's young-or young at heart. This ornament celebrates the loveable character of "1001 possibilities," who's entertained generationsof kids and their parents. / Designed by Bob Siedler / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: (C) 1997 Hasbro, Inc. All rights reserved. / Mr. Potato Head is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc. / Used with permission U.S. Pat. No. D280754 / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX6335
Hallmark "Mr. Potato Head" Christmas Ornament, 1997