Hallmark "Coach" 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 Edythe Kegrize of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6191

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Textile materials
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament: COACH / 07 packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Coach / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Coach / It's not about the whistle / or the uniform you wear. / It's more about the sportsmanship / and values that you share. / It's stressing skills and teamwork / over victory and fame. / Why coach? It's for the players-- / and because you love the game. / Edythe Kegrize / 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. / fabric and handcrafted - dated 2007 packaging, underside: (C) 2007 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China / QXG2057
Hallmark "Coach" Christmas Ornament, 2007