Hallmark "1961 Barbie Travel Pal" Christmas Ornament, 2002

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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

2002

Creator Notes

Designed by Katrina Bricker of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.205

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Vinyl
Pewter (Tin alloy)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Barbie on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2002 / 1961 BARBIE TRAVEL PAL / Case and Accessories / set of 5 ornaments on back of packaging: 1961 BARBIE TRAVEL PAL / Case and Accessories / Rectangular cses with zip-open tops were known as travel pals or train cases. Fashions on this 1961 travel pal resembled--but were not exact reproductions of--Golden Girl, Plantation Belle, Cotton Casual, Resort Set, Apple Print Sheath, and Cruise Stripes. The BARBIE name and two dresses appeared in blue on this case but were golden in color on another version. / This set of Keepsake Ornaments includes the travel pal and four miniature ornaments--a BARBIE signature charm, a pair of shoes, a purse, and a pair of sunglasses. / Katrina Bricker / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / CHRISTMAS / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / [...] / Vinyl and Pewter - Dated 2002 on bottom of packaging: BARBIE is a trademark owned by and used under license from Mattel, Inc. (C) 2001 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. www.barbie.com / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX8293
Hallmark "1961 Barbie Travel Pal" Christmas Ornament, 2002