Hallmark "Train Trestle Display Stand" Christmas Decoration, 1991

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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

Display stand

Date Made

1991

Creator Notes

Designed by Don Palmiter of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2414

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of stand: CLAUS & CO. / R.R. / 1991 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / CLAUS & CO. / R.R. / Train Trestle Display Stand / All Aboard! Use this specially designed Train Trestle to display the four ornaments in the Claus & Co. R.R. Collection on back of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Train Trestle / Handcrafted - Dated 1991 / 3/4"H. X 10 3/4"W. / The trains of the 1860s provided the inspiration for the nostalgic Claus & Co. R.R. ornaments. Placed on a shelf, table, or mantel, / this collection will add a festive touch to your home throughout the holiday season. / Locomotive / Gift Car / Passenger Car / Caboose on side of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 1991 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China XPR9734
Hallmark "Train Trestle Display Stand" Christmas Decoration, 1991