Hallmark "Down-to-Earth Angels Collection: Aunt Angel" 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 Joanne Eschrich of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6481

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: Aunt / angel on back of ornament: Because / God said, / "Let there / be fun." / (C) 2008 HMK. LIC. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Aunt Angel / Down-to-Earth Angels / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: Aunt Angel / Down-to-Earth Angels / This angel knows that the number one rule / Of being an aunt is to always be cool. / She's a sister, a friend, and a mom all in one / Whose heavenly motto is, "Let there be fun!" / Joanne Eschrich / 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 and metal on bottom of packaging: (C) 2008 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG6474