Hallmark "Son" 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 Katrina Bricker for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2628

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Son on back of ornament: 1997 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Son / Son on back of packaging: Designed by / Katrina Bricker / This Keepsake Ornament is a collectible decorative / item and is not intended for young children. / Pressed Tin - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "Son" Christmas Ornament, 1997