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

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.635

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