Hallmark "Disney's The Lion King: Mufasa and Simba" Christmas Ornaments, 2003

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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

2003

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.1778

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament (.1): 2003 / (C) DISNEY / Hallmark Cards, Inc. on bottom of ornament (.2): (C) DISNEY / HMK on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Disney / Christmas 2003 / MUFASA AND SIMBA / Disney's The Lion King / set of 2 ornaments ensemble de 2 decorations on back of packaging: MUFASA AND SIMBA / Disney's The Lion King / "Come here, you!" says the mighty / Mufasa as he and his son, Simba, play- / fully wrestle about the sunny savanna. / As heir to the throne of Pride Rock, / this wide-eyed and curious cub is / learning from his father that everyone / plays an important part in the circle / of life. / Released in June 1994, The Lion King / introduced two of Disney's most / memorable characters--Mufasa, the / steadfast ruler, and Simba, the cub who / would be king. / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Handcrafted - Dated 2003 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENTS / 30 YEARS OF COLLECTING MEMORIES / 1973-2003 on bottom of packaging: (C) Disney / www.disney.com / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXD5087