Hallmark "Merry Fish-Mas!" 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 Robert Chad of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6573

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: BASS(R) on back of ornament: 2008 / (C) ESPN, Inc. 2008. / All Rights Reserved. / HMK. CDS. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / BASS / Merry Fish-mas! / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: Merry Fish-mas! / You're sure to get "hooked" on this fishing / lure tree, which just might make you want / to get back out on the lake! Bass fishing has / become one of the most popular outdoor / activities in the country, enjoyed by anglers / of all ages. And the Bassmaster organization / is the worldwide authority and leading / advocate of this sport, staging no fewer than / 20,000 events each year. / Robert Chad / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / handcrafted and metal - dated 2008 on right side of packaging: (C) ESPN, Inc. 2008 All Rights Reserved. / www.bassmaster.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI2134