Hallmark "A Visit from Santa: A Christmas Story" 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 Tammy Haddix of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.3804

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Chalkware
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: 2003 / (C) 2003 Hallmark Licensi[n]g, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2003 / A CHRISTMAS STORY / A Visit From Santa / decoration des fetes on back of packaging: A CHRISTMAS STORY / A Visit From Santa / Each year Santa Claus brings many / gifts for children around the world. / When he delivers his presents, he / spreads a special magic that brings joy / to each precious child. This collection / celebrates the wonder of what children / call their favorite time of year. / This ornament features a popular / holiday pastime--reading a favorite / Christmas story. / Tammy Haddix / 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. / Chalkware - 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 QP1429