Hallmark "Safe and Snug Series" Christmas Ornament, 2002

THF353772 / Hallmark "Safe and Snug Series" 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

Creator Notes

Designed by Julie Forsyth of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Sri Lanka.

Object ID

2019.65.5558

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Porcelain (Material)
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, underside: 2002 / [TM] / (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc. / 2 packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2002 / SAFE AND SNUG / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / decorations des fetes packaging, back: SAFE AND SNUG / Safe and snug, they share a hug. / It's always such a treat / to snuggle close and then, to doze -- / it makes the day complete! / Julie Forsyth / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / CHRISTMAS / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / Second in the Series. / Look for 2 on this ornament / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeanes enfants. / Porcelain - Dated 2002 packaging, underside: Mfd. for and (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Sri Lanka QX8036