Hallmark "Scrimshaw Reindeer" Christmas Ornament, 1983

THF180362 / Hallmark "Scrimshaw Reindeer" 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

Creator Notes

Designed by Ed Seale of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Hong Kong.

Object ID

2019.65.850

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: "SCRIMSHAW REINDEER" / Featuring the look of scrimshaw / Ornament larger than shown on back of packaging: (C) 1983 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo 64141 Made in Hong Kong QX414-9 23-578-0416 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT
Hallmark "Scrimshaw Reindeer" Christmas Ornament, 1983