Hallmark "Joy of Friends" 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 Joyce Pattee of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Ornament made in the United States, metal ring made in Hong Kong.

Object ID

2019.65.1538

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Satin
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: Friends make the heart warmer, / the day merrier, / the season more memorable. on front of packaging: $6.75 / Joy of Friends / PADDED SATIN ORNAMENT on back of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (C) 1986 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo 64141 Ornament Made in U.S.A. / Metal Ring Made in Hong Kong QX382-3 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "Joy of Friends" Christmas Ornament, 1986