Hallmark "Angel of Hope" 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Patricia Andrews of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Sri Lanka.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.2733
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Angel of Hope
on back of packaging:
As crafted by artist Patricia Andrews, this / porcelain angel's expression embodies / compassion, understanding, beauty, and / strength. / The Angel of Hop ornament supports the / Hallmark Gold Crown Cards for the Cure / program. A portion of the proceeds from the / sale of this ornament will be donated to the / Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation / to fund breast cancer research and awareness. / For breast health or breast cancer information, / call 1-800-I'm AWARE (1-800-462-9273). / Sculpted by / Patricia Andrews / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Porcelain - Dated 1999
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
Mfd. for and (C) 1999 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Sri Lanka QXI6339
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