Hallmark "North Pole Mr. Potato Head" 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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.2771
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Mr. Potato Head / North Pole Mr. Potato Head
on back of packaging:
He's been called "a man for all seasonings," but in this Keepsake Ornament, / Mr. Potato Head is ready for his holiday role as the jolly gentleman from / the North Pole. / "I yam what I yam," he declares proudly. And even though he is famous / for his changeable nature, the talented spud will keep this merry look / all year. / The Mr. Potato Head character debuted in 1952 and claims the distinction / of being the first toy advertised on television. / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1999
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
MR. POTATO HEAD & (C) 1999 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Thailand QX8027
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