Hallmark "First Snow" 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 Nina Aube of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.5497

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament: Let it snow! ornament, underside: 2002 / [TM] / (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2002 / FIRST SNOW / decoration des fetes packaging, back: FIRST SNOW / Let it snow! These good friends know / the warmth that comes from caring, / the joy that comes from thoughtfulness ... / and fun that comes from sharing. / Nina Aube / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / CHRISTMAS / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeanes enfants. / Handcrafted and Glass - Dated 2002 packaging, underside: Mfd. for and (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX8403