Hallmark "A Joyful Noise" 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 Kristina Kline of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.5472

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, underside: 2002 / [TM] / (C) 2002 Hallmark / Cards, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2002 / A JOYFUL NOISE / decoration des fetes packaging, back: Angel Haley's playing / is so sweet it stands apart, / And every note that falls to earth / brings joy to someone's heart. / Pluck out the beginning of "Joy to the World" / by touching the strings of this whimsical angel's / harp. Or play the entire song by pushing the button on the bottom of the ornament. / Batteries included. / Kristina Kline / 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 - Dated 2002 packaging, underside: Mfd. for and (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2816
Hallmark "A Joyful Noise" Christmas Ornament, 2002