Hallmark "Wintertime Treat" Christmas Ornament, 1999

THF187545 / Hallmark "Wintertime Treat" 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

Creator Notes

Designed by Duane Unruh of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2947

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Wintertime Treat on back of packaging: When he stops / for a sample / of wintertime seed, / A cardinal's visit / is welcome indeed! / Sculpted by / Duane Unruh / For decorative use only./ Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1999 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX6989
Hallmark "Wintertime Treat" Christmas Ornament, 1999