Hallmark "The Lion King: Simba and Nala" Christmas Ornament, 1994

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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

1994

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.3154

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Simba and Nala / The Lion King on back of packaging: Handcrafted / As childhood friends, the two young cubs, Simba / and Nala, explore the wonders of the African Pride / Lands. Simba, the future lion king, is destined to / someday rule this majestic land. / Look for other Keepsake Ornaments inspired by / Disney's The Lion King including "Mufasa and Simba" / depicting father and son, Simba's playful pals / "Timon and Pumbaa," and the Magic Ornament / portraying Simba, the newborn cub, with his parents, / Mufasa and Sarabi, on Pride Rock. on top of packaging: Hallmark
Hallmark "The Lion King: Simba and Nala" Christmas Ornament, 1994