Hallmark "Signature Snowman" Christmas Ornament, 2000

THF351444 / Hallmark "Signature Snowman" 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 Tammy Haddix of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.1904

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: 2000 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Signature Snowman / DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: The Signature Snowman is as exclusive as the / occasion that gives him his name. This lovable / fellow will only be offered at the 2000 Keepsake Ornament Signature Event. With / arms open wide, he invites collectors to meet / the artists of the Keepsake Ornament studio / and share the love of holidays and snowy days. / Sculpted by / Tammy Haddix / 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 QXC4524