Hallmark "Batman: The Caped Crusader" Christmas Ornament, 2004

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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

2004

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.1782

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: 2004 on bottom of ornament: TM & (C) DC Comics / (s04) / Hallmark Cards, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / FEATURES MOVEMENT / Christmas 2004 / THE CAPED CRUSADER / Batman / decoration des fetes on back of packaging: THE CAPED CRUSADER / Batman / Not to worry--unless you're a crook--the Caped Crusader / is on his way! Batman's flowing cape has helped him defeat / many an adversary. In addition to being a vital part of his / signature costume, his cape is one of many specialized / weapons in Batman's arsenal. But his most versatile weapons / are still his intelligence, ingenuity, and finely honed reflexes. / Frequently swooping down just in time to save the innocents / of Gotham City from evildoers, the legendary hero works / tirelessly to see criminals brought to justice. / To see Batman prepare to fly to his next adventure, gently / pull the Bat-Signal hanging below this ornament. / Robert Chad / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / 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 and Fabric - Dated 2004 on bottom of packaging: WB / TM & (C) DC Comics. / WB SHIELD TM & (C) Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. / (S04) / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI4041