Hallmark "Folk Art Reindeer" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1988

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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

1988

Creator Notes

Designed by Joyce Pattee of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Korea.

Object ID

2019.65.3992

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: (C) 1988 HALLMARK / CARDS, INC. on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / MINIATURE ORNAMENT / Folk Art Reindeer on back of packaging: Keepsake Miniature Ornaments bring you / a new way to celebrate Christmas. This / wooden "Folk Art Reindeer," created / with care by a Hallmark artist, will become / part of your holiday tradition. / (C) 1988 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo. 64141 / Made in Korea QXM568-4 on top of packaging: Hallmark