Hallmark "San Francisco 49ers: Steve Young" Christmas Ornament, 2001
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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
2001
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Duane Unruh of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.3376
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of ornament:
8
on back of ornament:
YOUNG / 8 / 2001 / Hallmark Cards, Inc.
on bottom of ornament:
Steve Young's name and likeness / used under license granted by / JSY Enterprises TM/(C)2001 NFLP
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / NFL / OFFICIALLY LICENSED / NFL / C64709390 / Steve Young / San Francisco 49ers / DECORATION DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Throughout his 15-year NFL career, / Steve Young earned the admiration of the / nation for his actions both on and off the / field. On his way to becoming the most / accurate passer in NFL history. Young set / the record for rushing touchdowns by a pro / quarterback, went to the Pro Bowl seven / times, and was named MVP of Super Bowl / XXIX in 1995. Young was equally honored / by fans throughout the league for being a / thoughtful, gracious role model. Displaying / the same drive and creativity that made / him a gridiron leader, Young used his / off-season to publish a children's book / and earn a law degree from Brigham Young / University. / Sculpted by / Duane Unruh / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Handcrafted - Dated 2001
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
Steve Young's name and likeness grated by JSY Enterprises / (C) 2001 NFL Properties, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Thailand QXI6305
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