Hallmark "Clothespin Soldier Series: British" Christmas Ornament, 1982

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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

1982

Creator Notes

Designed by Linda Sickman of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Hong Kong.

Object ID

2019.65.578

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: 1 on front and back of packaging: First in a collectible series. / Look for series verification 1 on this ornament. on top of packaging: Hallmark / Clothespin Soldier / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT on bottom of packaging: Hallmark / Clothespin Soldier / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (C) Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in Hong Kong QX458-3