Hallmark "The Christmas Story" 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

Creator Notes

Designed by Duane Unruh of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2741

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / The Christmas Story on back of packaging: With only their faith and a Star to guide them, / three wise men began a long journey. Their / destination was unknown to them, but when / they found the Star beaming down on a Baby, / they rejoiced. They knew they had seen a / miracle. The Baby was the Son of God. / This exquisite Keepsake Ornament traces / the wise men's journey to Bethlehem, and / the two doors on the front of the ornament / open to reveal an intricately sculpted creche. / Sculpted by / Duane Unruh / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - 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 China QX6897
Hallmark "The Christmas Story" Christmas Ornament, 1999