Hallmark "Classic American Cars Series: 1970 Ford Mach 1 Mustang" Christmas Ornament, 2002
THF353746 / Hallmark "Classic American Cars Series: 1970 Ford Mach 1 Mustang" Christmas Ornament, 2002
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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
2002
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Don Palmiter of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.5590
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
ornament, underside:
(C) 1970 Mustang used under license / from the Ford Motor Company. / [TM] / Hallmark Cards, Inc. 12
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SetA Selection of Hallmark Ornaments: Classic American Cars
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Hallmark's ornaments -- with their original designs, increasing variety, and appeal to diverse customers -- have revolutionized Christmas decorating and led to the popularity of ornament collecting. Hallmark's "Classic American Cars" series, launched in 1991, celebrated beloved sports cars, pony cars, and muscle cars of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s.