Hallmark "Friendship's Gift" Christmas Ornament, 1986

THF182772 / Hallmark "Friendship's Gift" Christmas Ornament, 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

1986

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.1517

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Acrylic (Plastic)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Friendship is a gift. / CHRISTMAS 1986 on front of packaging: Friendship is a gift. / CHRISTMAS 1986 / Friendship's Gift / ACRYLIC ORNAMENT / DATED 1986 on back of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (C) 1986 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 MAde in U.S.A. QX381-6 on top of packaging: Hallmark