Hallmark "The Language of the Flowers Series: Snowdrop Angel" 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 China.

Object ID

2019.65.2581

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 1997 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Snowdrop Angel / The Language of Flowers / COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: Second in The Language of Flowers Series. / Look for series verification 2 on this ornament. / Giving flowers is a centuries-old / method of sending thoughts and wishes. / The variety of flower reflects the / intended message. / The snowdrop signifies hope, for its / tiny white blossoms are among the first / to appear after a long, gray winter-- / often bursting triumphantly through / the snow. This series will feature a / different flower each year. / Every garden flower / has a language all its own / Barbara Loots / Sculpted by / Sue Tague / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "The Language of the Flowers Series: Snowdrop Angel" Christmas Ornament, 1997