Hallmark "Brass Partridge" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1989
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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
1989
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Joyce Lyle 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
2019.65.4015
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
Hmk.
on front of packaging:
Brass Partridge / KEEPSAKE MINIATURE ORNAMENT
on back of packaging:
Brass Partridge / KEEPSAKE MINIATURE ORNAMENT / Keepaske Miniature Ornaments bring you a / special way to celebrate Christmas. This / etched "Brass Partridge," created with care / by a Hallmark artist, will become part of your / holiday tradition.
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
(C) 1989 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., Mo 64141 / Made in China QXM572-5 / QXM5725U
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