Hallmark "Romantic Vacations Series: Donald and Daisy In Venice" 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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.3015
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / MICKEY & CO. / Donald and Daisy in Venice / Romantic Vacations / NEW SERIES ORNAMENT
on back of packaging:
First in the Romantic Vacations Series. / Look for series verification 1 on this ornament. / The world is a beautiful place when you're sightseeing with your sweetie! / This new series will feature either Mickey and Minnie or Donald and Daisy, visiting a different glamorous location each year. / This year, Donald demonstrates great skill as a gondolier on the canals of / Venice. He knows how much his darling Daisy loves to see--and be seen in-- / the very best places! This ornament reflects the charming styling of Walt Disney's / beloved characters in the 1920s and 1930s. / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1998
on top of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / 25 Years of Collecting Memories / 1973 - 1998
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