Hallmark "Miniature Creche" 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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Ed Seale of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Porcelain creche made in Taiwan, metal star made in U.S.A.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.1547
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / MINIATURE CRECHE / FINE PORCELAIN ORNAMENT / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / Second in the Miniature Creche Series. / Look for series verification 2 on this ornament.
back of packaging:
Christmas.... / the story that touches each heart... / the spirit that warms every home... / the season that brightens the world. / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (C) 1986 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 / Porcelain Creche Made in Taiwan Metal Star Made in U.S.A. QX407-6
top of packaging:
Hallmark
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