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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Joyce Pattee of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
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
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