Hallmark "CRAYOLA Crayon Series: Bright Rocking Colors" 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 Sue Tague for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.

Object ID

2019.65.2541

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on sides of ornament: Crayola on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Bright Rocking Colors / CRAYOLA(R) Crayon / COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: Ninth in the CRAYOLA(R) Crayon Series. / Look for series verification 9 on this ornament. / He holds tight to the reins, / Waves his hat in the air--- / He's everyone's favorite / Rodeo bear! / Sculpted by / Sue Tague / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "CRAYOLA Crayon Series: Bright Rocking Colors" Christmas Ornament, 1997