Hallmark "Together We Serve" Christmas Ornament, 2000

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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

2000

Creator Notes

Designed by Nello Williams of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.1670

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 2000 / TOGETHER WE SERVE on back of ornament: Each branch of the / United States Armed Services / has a proud history. / Together, they are / the defenders of freedom. / (C) 2000 Hallmark Cards, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Together We Serve / DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: Sentiment on ornament: / Each branch of the / United States Armed Services / has a proud history. / Together, they are / the defenders of freedom. / Sculpted by / Nello Williams / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Handcrafted - Dated 2000 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2000 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX8021
Hallmark "Together We Serve" Christmas Ornament, 2000