Hallmark "Norman Rockwell Series" 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Original artwork by Norman Rockwell. Ornament 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
2019.65.635
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
Filling the Stockings / THIRD IN A SERIES / The Norman Rockwell / Collection / CHRISTMAS / 1982
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / $8.50 / NORMAN ROCKWELL / Third in a Series Cameo Keepsake Dated 1982
on back of packaging:
(C) Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in U.S.A. QX305-3
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