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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Don Palmiter of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
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
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