Hallmark "Friendship" Christmas Ornament, 1985

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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

1985

Creator Notes

Designed by Joyce Pattee of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.1309

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Cloth
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: CHRISTMAS... / A SPECIAL / TIME FOR FRIENDSHIP / 1985 / (C) HMK / CDS on front of packaging: Friendship / FABRIC ORNAMENT DATED 1985 on back of packaging: Sentiment on back / This "Friendship" ornament has / a special card inside for your / own personal message or signature. on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT