Hallmark "Star Wars: Chewbacca" Christmas Ornament, 1999

THF178336 / Hallmark "Star Wars: Chewbacca" Christmas Ornament, 1999
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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

1999

Creator Notes

Designed by Dill Rhodus of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.1728

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Chewbacca / Star Wars on back of packaging: Chewbacca speaks with growls, but when he's holding a Wookiee bowcaster, there's no mistaking the message! Chewie is strong, intelligent, and fiercely loyal to Han Solo--who once saved his life. As copilot of the Millennium Falcon, Chewie has plenty of opportunity to prove his loyalty. / Look for his friend Han Solo, as well as the Max Rebo Band and Darth Vader's TIE fighter, in the Keepsake Ornament Collection at your Hallmark retailer. / Sculpted by Dill Rhodus / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1999 on top of packaging: Hallmark
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