Hallmark "Sister" Christmas Ornament, 1984

THF180408 / Hallmark "Sister" 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

Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Taiwan.

Object ID

2019.65.1260

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Ceramic (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: FOR A / WONDERFUL / SISTER / CHRISTMAS / 1984 on front of packaging: FOR A / WONDERFUL / SISTER / CHRISTMAS / 1984 / CERAMIC BELL / "Sister' on back of packaging: CERAMIC BELL / "Sister' on top of packaging: Hallmark / CERAMIC BELL / DATED 1984 / "Sister" / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT