Hallmark "Our First Christmas Together" 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 Ed Seale for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2610

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Our First Christmas Together on back of ornament: 97 / ED SEALE on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Our First Christmas Together / Our First Christmas Together on back of packaging: This charming chipmunk couple is / celebrating Christmas in their cozy acorn / home. They like the way it sways to and / fro beneath the banner in a gentle breeze. / Of course, when there's no breeze, they / need a little help from you. / A tiny push will do! / Sculpted by / Ed Seale / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "Our First Christmas Together" Christmas Ornament, 1997