Hallmark "Norman Rockwell Series: Carolers" Christmas Ornament, 1981

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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

1981

Creator Notes

Original artwork by Norman Rockwell. Ornament designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.488

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Norman Rockwell on back of ornament: Carolers / SECOND IN A SERIES / The Norman Rockwell / Collection / CHRISTMAS / 1981 on front of packaging: Hallmark / $8.50 / Norman Rockwell / CAMEO KEEPSAKE on back of packaging: (C) 1981 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 Made in U.S.A. QX511-5 on top of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT
Hallmark "Norman Rockwell Series: Carolers" Christmas Ornament, 1981