Hallmark "Gifts of the Season" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2002

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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

2002

Creator Notes

Designed by Sue Tague of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.

Object ID

2019.65.5040

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of Christmas ball ornaments: HMK. on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2002 / GIFTS OF THE SEASON / MINIATURE / set of 6 ornaments ensemble de 6 decorations on back of packaging: GIFTS OF THE SEASON / This richly designed set of ornaments reflects the / wonder, joy, and true meaning of Christmas. Each / colorful ball ornament opens to reveal a tiny symbol / related to its resign: / Faith Cross / Hope Star / Charity Anchor / Friendship Hand / Love Heart / Peace Dove / You can display the ornaments on a miniature tree / or wreath--or with the porcelain Christmas Angel, / available this year at your Hallmark retailer. / CHRISTMAS / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / Sue Tague / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concues a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne conviennent pas aux jeunes enfants. / Glass - Dated 2002 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Thailand QXM4576
Hallmark "Gifts of the Season" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2002