Hallmark "Teddy Bell Ringer" Christmas Ornament, 1983
THF180396 / Hallmark "Teddy Bell Ringer" Christmas Ornament, 1983
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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
1983
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Bell made in Japan, packaging made in Taiwan.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.677
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of bell:
1983
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / $15.00 / "TEDDY BELL RINGER" / Dated 1983 / Fifth in a collectible series. / Look for series verfication 5 on this ornament. / TO REMOVE ORNAMENT SEE BACK PANEL.
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