Hallmark "Treasures and Dreams Series: Jewelry Box Carol" Christmas Ornament, 2005

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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

2005

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.4308

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Textile materials
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament: Bells ring... / hearts sing... / it's Christmas! ornament, underside: 2005 / [TM] / (C) 2005 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2005 / JEWELRY BOX CAROL / Treasures and Dreams / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / decoration des fetes packaging, back: JEWELRY BOX CAROL / Treasures and Dreams / Plays "Deck the Halls" / What wonder / and what magic, / what joy and sweet delight - / the merry bells of Christmas / that make our spirits bright! / Open the drawer on this Keepsake Ornament / jewelry box - the music begins, and the girl dances / around the tree! You can place a ring or small pair / of earrings inside ... or a special wish. / This series brings you a different style of musical jewelry box each year. / Ken Crow / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / Fourth in the Series. / Look for 4 on this ornament. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Handcrafted and Fabric - Dated 2005 packaging, underside: (C) 2005 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2172