Hallmark "The Lone Ranger" 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 Steve Goslin for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2587

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: THE LONE RANGER / HI-YO / SILVER! on back of ornament: HI-YO / SILVER! / GET-UM UP / SCOUT! on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / THE LONE RANGER / HI-YO / SILVER! / The Lone Ranger on back of packaging: Carrying lunch to school was lots more fun / when The Lone Ranger traveled along. This / nostalgic lunch box features the legendary / hero of the Old West, known to all by his / black mask, white hat, and echoing call. / "Hi-Yo, Silver. Away-y-y!" / Just for fun, this ornament opens and closes / like a book. It's sure to bring back memories / of many happy lunch hours spent with friends. / Lunch Box Designed by Steve Goslin / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Pressed Tin - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "The Lone Ranger" Christmas Ornament, 1997