Hallmark "Niece" 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 China.

Object ID

2019.65.1554

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Cloth
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: Nieces give / the nicest gifts... / beauty, joy and love. / CHRISTMAS / 1986 / (C) 1986 HALLMARK CARDS INC. on front of packaging: Nieces give / the nicest gifts... / beauty, joy and love. / CHRISTMAS / 1986 / (C) 1986 HALLMARK CARDS INC. on back of packaging: KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / (C) 1986 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo 64141 / Made in China QX426-6 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "Niece" Christmas Ornament, 1986