Hallmark "Tin Locomotive" 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Linda Sickman of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Hong Kong.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.1270
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on sides of ornament:
1984
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / "TIN LOCOMOTIVE" / Dated 1984 / QX440-4 / THIRD IN A COLLECTIBLE LOCOMOTIVE SERIES. / Look for series verification 3 on this ornament. / $14.00
on sides of packaging:
KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT
on back of packaging:
There was never a sight / that brought so much delight / as the shiny train under the tree! / How it raced round the track / with a clickety-clack / while the crossing lights flashed merrily! / What a marvelous song / as it clattered along / and the whistle sang out loud and clear / Calling good girls and boys / to come share in the joys / of the happiest dday of the year! / This ornament is perfect for display: / On a branch of the Christmas tree / On a desk or tabletop / Beneath the tree / (C) 1984 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in Hong Kong.
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
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