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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Tammy Haddix 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
2019.65.3804
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
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