Hallmark "Disney's Aladdin and the King of Thieves: Jasmine and Aladdin" Christmas Ornament, 1997

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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

1997

Creator Notes

Designed by Anita Marra Rogers for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2510

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Disney's Aladdin / Jasmine and Aladdin / "Aladdin and the King of Thieves" on back of packaging: In Disney's third Aladdin film adventure, the much- / anticipated wedding of Jasmine and Aladdin must wait / a little longer. Cassim, the King of Thieves, and his band / of forty men storm the castle, seeking the magic treasure / that turns all things to gold! The bride and groom need / the help of their friends, the Genie, the Magic Carpet-- / and a certain noble heart--before the wedding of the / century takes place in Agrabah. / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark