Hallmark "Dolls of the World Series: Native American Barbie" Christmas Ornament, 1996

THF183936 / Hallmark "Dolls of the World Series: Native American Barbie" Christmas Ornament, 1996
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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

1996

Creator Notes

Designed by Patricia Andrews of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2176

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Native American Barbie / Dolls of the World / NEW COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: Handcrafted - Dated 1996 / Sculpted by Patricia Andrews / First in the new "Dolls of the World" / Ornament Series. / Look for series verification / 1 on this ornament. / Internationally known for her charm / and style, BARBIE(R) doll proudly wears / the fashions of many lands. The special / edition Dolls of the World Collection which / began in 1980 and continues today / was the inspiration for this new col- / lector's series of BARBIE Keepsake / Ornaments. / Native American BARBIE, the first / ornament in the series wears a trad- / itional dress patterned after authentic / buckskin clothing with beaded accents / in future years. BARBIE ornaments / will feature fashions representing the / heritage of other lands. on top of packaging: Hallmark
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