Hallmark "Having a (Snow) Ball" Christmas Ornament, 2008

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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

2008

Creator Notes

Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6503

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Ceramic (Material)
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 2008 on back of ornament: (C) HMK. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / $6.95 / WITH EACH PURCHASE / OF ANY HALLMARK / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / REGULARLY $12.95 / While supplies last. Not valid with any other / offer or on past purchases. Tax not included. / Having a (Snow) Ball / christmas ornament on back of packaging: Having a (Snow) Ball / This ornament was inspired by favorite characters first introduced in 2001. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / ceramic - dated 2008 on bottom of packaging: (C) 2008 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / www.hallmark.com / Made in China LPR3421