Hallmark "Cross of Peace" Christmas Ornament, 1998

THF184957 / Hallmark "Cross of Peace" Christmas Ornament, 1998
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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

1998

Creator Notes

Designed by Kristina Kline for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2811

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Cross of Peace on back of packaging: The Lord will bless his people / with peace. / Psalm 29:11 / Sculpted by / Kristina Kline / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Mfd. for and (C) 1998 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX6856 / Precious Metal - Dated 1998 on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "Cross of Peace" Christmas Ornament, 1998