Hallmark "Nostalgic Childhood Ornaments Series: Wooden Truck" 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 China.

Object ID

2019.65.1015

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
String (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: 1989 on front of packaging: COLLECTOR'S SERIES / WOODEN TRUCK / Dated 1989 on top of packaging: Hallmark on back of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / The Christmas trees are rolling in, / come on and join the fun! / Gather 'round as they arrive, / and choose your favorite one! / Sixth and Final in the / Nostalgic Childhood Ornaments Series. / Look for series verification 6 on this ornament. on bottom of packaging: (c)1989 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX459-5 / 23-278-9114