Hallmark "Teeny Taster" Christmas Ornament, 1988

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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

1988

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.1061

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Handcrafted Ornament / Teeny Taster on top of packaging: Hallmark on back of packaging: Keepsake Ornament / This Teeny Taster / Loves to test / The Christmas treats / That he likes best! on bottom of packaging: (c) 1988 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 / Made in China QX418-1