Hallmark "Porcelain Bear Series: Cinnamon Bear" 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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Sharon Pike of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Taiwan.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.1420
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / CINNAMON BEAR / FINE PORCELAIN ORNAMENT / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / Sixth in the Porcelain Bear Series. / Look for series verification 6 on this ornament.
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on back of packaging:
Cinnamon Bear / picked this holiday gift / And wrapped it up brightly / with care, / Because it's a heart full / of memories and dreams / and wonderful feelings / to share. / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (c) 1988 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in Taiwan QX404-4
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