Hallmark "Country Christmas Collection: Country Goose" 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 Michele Pyda-Sevcik of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.1382

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: This original design, styled / in the American Country tradition, has been printed on hardwood. / (C) 1985 HMK CDS. tag on packaging: $7.75 / Hallmark / Country Christmas / Collection