Hallmark "The First Christmas" 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 Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Hong Kong.

Object ID

2019.65.959

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: For unto you / is born this day / in the city of David / a Saviour, / which is Christ / the Lord. / LUKE 2:11 on front of packaging: Cameo Ornament / The First Christmas on back of packaging: Keepsake Ornament / For unto you is born this day / in the city of David / a Saviour, which is Christ / the Lord. / Luke 2:11 / (Sentiment on Ornament) on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "The First Christmas" Christmas Ornament, 1989