Hallmark "Godchild" 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

2019.65.1521

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Satin
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: A Godchild / is a / very special / someone. on back of ornament: CHRISTMAS/ 1986 on front of packaging: GODCHILD / SATIN ORNAMENT / DATED 1986 on sides of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT back of packaging: (C) 1986 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 Made in U.S.A. QX271-6 top of packaging: Hallmark