Hallmark "Great Getaways" 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 Tom Best of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6629

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, underside: [TM] / (C) 2007 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Great Getaways / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Great Getaways / Throw some things in a case, / pick a great-sounding place, / score a deal on a ticket, and go! / There are thrills and delights, / sounds, sensations, and sights / only those with the "travel bug" know! / Handle on case moves up and down. / Tom Best / 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) 2007 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG2207
Hallmark "Great Getaways" Christmas Ornament, 2007