Hallmark "Language of Love" 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 the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.972

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Acrylic (Plastic)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Together... / the most caring word / in the language / of love. / 1989 on front of packaging: Together... / the most caring word / in the language / of love. / 1989 / LANGUAGE OF LOVE / Acrylic Ornament / Dated 1989 on back of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / For: / From: on top of packaging: Hallmark