Hallmark "Angels of Virtue" Christmas Ornaments, 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Joanne Eschrich of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.3656
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Ceramic (Material)
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of ornaments:
2003 / (C) 2003 Hallmark Licensing, Inc.
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2003 / ANGELS OF VIRTUE / set of 3 ornaments ensemble de 3 decorations
on back of packaging:
ANGELS OF VIRTUE / Each of these angels holds a symbol that / represents an important virtue. / The star represents Knowledge, / which inspires us / to do great things. / The heart represents Devotion, / which inspires us / to do great things for others. / The moon represents Purity, / which inspires us / to do great things with enduring love. / Joanne Eschrich / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. / Not for children under 8. / Concues a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne conviennent pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Handcrafted and 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 QXG8839
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