Hallmark "Betsey Clark Angel" Christmas Ornament, 1984

THF180497 / Hallmark "Betsey Clark Angel" Christmas Ornament, 1984
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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

1984

Creator Notes

Original artwork by Betsey Clark. Ornament designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Taiwan.

Object ID

2019.65.889

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Porcelain (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: BETSEY CLARK / Hand-Painted Fine Porcelain Ornament on back of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT on top of packaging: Hallmark
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