Hallmark "Christmas Expressions: Bell" 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

2019.65.283

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: I heard the bells on Christmas Day / Their old familiar carols play, / And wild and sweet, the words repeat / Of peace on earth, good will to men. / HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW on top of packaging: Hallmark / Glass / Ornament / "Christmas Expressions" on bottom of packaging: Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in U.S.A.