Hallmark "Hooked on Fishing" Christmas Ornament, 2007

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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

2007

Creator Notes

Designed by John Collin Francis of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6149

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, back: 2007, (C) ESPN, Inc. 2007. All Rights Reserved. / 2007 / [TM] / Hmk. CDS. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / B.A.S.S. / Hooked on Fishing / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Hooked on Fishing / A perfect day, the water's great / for rod and reel, tackle and bait. / Hook a largemouth, reel it in-- / then throw it back and cast again. / Fishing's fine for sport of fun / for Bassmasters and everyone! / John "Collin" Francis / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / handcrafted - dated 2007 packaging, underside: (C) ESPN, Inc. 2007. All Rights Reserved. / www.bassmaster.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China / QXI2089