Hallmark "Scarlett O'Hara Series" Christmas Ornament, 1997
THF184325 / Hallmark "Scarlett O'Hara Series" 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Patricia Andrews for 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
2019.65.2623
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Scarlett O'Hara / NEW COLLECTOR'S SERIES
on back of packaging:
First in the Scarlett O'Hara (TM) Series / Look for series verification 1 / on this ornament. / The classic 1939 film Gone With the / Wind(TM) was noted for its lavish costumes. / This gown was described in studio press / releases as "burgundy velvet, ornamented / with scattered garnets and wine-colored / ostrich tips." Scarlett wore it--at the / insistence of Rhett Butler (TM)--to the / birthday party of her friend / Melanie Wilkes (TM) / In years to come, this series will feature / fashions from other memorable scenes / in the film. / Sculpted by / Patricia Andrews / For decorative use only. / Not for young children / Handcrafted - Dated 1997
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
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