Hallmark "Special Dog Photo Holder" Christmas Ornament, 2003

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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

2003

Creator Notes

Designed by Sharon Visker of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.3487

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 2003 on back of ornament: Look who's starring / in this prime-time feature-- / the world's most beloved / (and spoiled) creature! / (C) 2003 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2003 / SPECIAL DOG / Photo Holder / decoration des fetes on back of packaging: SPECIAL DOG / Photo Holder / Sentiment on ornament: / Look who's starring / in this prime-time feature... / the world's most beloved / (and spoiled) creature! / Sharon Visker / 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. / Metal - Dated 2003 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENTS / 30 YEARS OF COLLECTING MEMORIES / 1973 - 2003 on bottom of packaging: (C) 2003 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG8607
Hallmark "Special Dog Photo Holder" Christmas Ornament, 2003