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

Creator Notes

Designed by Joanne Eschrich of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

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
Hallmark "Angels of Virtue" Christmas Ornaments, 2003