Hallmark "TV Break" Christmas Ornament, 1989

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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

1989

Creator Notes

Designed by Donna Lee of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the Philippines.

Object ID

2019.65.939

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard
String (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on ornament: ALL MY / REINDEER on front of packaging: Handcrafted Ornament / TV Break on back of packaging: Keepsake Ornament / He goes around the world each year, / So when he's on vacation, / Santa likes to stay at home / For rest and relaxation! / All My Reindeer / (On TV) on top of packaging: Hallmark