Hallmark "Beauty of America: Seashore" Christmas Ornament, 1977

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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

1977

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.279

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: Christmas is-- / the company of good friends, / the warmth of goodwill, / and the memory of good times. on front and back of packaging: Glass Ornament / Tree-Trimmer Collection on sides of packaging: Glass Ornament / Hallmark on top of packaging: Hallmark / Glass / Ornament / Featuring a "Christmas by the Sea"