Hallmark "Babysitter" Christmas Ornament, 1985-1986

THF181129 / Hallmark "Babysitter" Christmas Ornament, 1985-1986
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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

1985-1986

Creator Notes

Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.1397

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: FOR BEING / THE BEST FRIEND / A CHILD COULD EVER HAVE. on back of ornament: CHRISTMAS / 1986 on front and back of packaging: Babysitter / GLASS ORNAMENT / DATED 1985 on sides of packaging: Hallmark / GLASS ORNAMENT on top of packaging: Hallmark