Hallmark "Partridge IN a Pear Tree" Christmas Ornament, 1992

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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

1992

Creator Notes

Designed by Bob Siedler of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.2499

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 92 / Partridge / IN / A Pear Tree on front of packaging: PEAR / OPENS / AND CLOSES! / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Partridge IN a Pear Tree on back of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Handcrafted - Dated 1992 / The partridge inside this pear took / the traditional carol to heart! / When you open the pear, you'll find / him ready for Christmas--almost! / Mfd. for and (C) 1992 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX523-4
Hallmark "Partridge IN a Pear Tree" Christmas Ornament, 1992