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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by 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
2019.65.279
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"
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