Hallmark "Special Dog Photo Holder" 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 Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.

Object ID

2019.65.3026

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 1998 on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / 1998 / Special Dog / Photo Holder on back of packaging: What a well-loved friend appears / Inside this little doghouse door-- / A friend who's true and faithful / And who's loved each year a little more! / 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
Hallmark "Special Dog Photo Holder" Christmas Ornament, 1998