Hallmark "Madame Alexander: Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2006

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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

2006

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.5142

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of male ornament: (C) ALEXANDER on bottom of female ornament: 2006 / (C) 2006 Alexander / Doll Company, Inc. / Hallmark Cards, Inc. on front of packaging: MINIATURE / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America / MADAME / Alexander(R) / 2 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS 2 DECORATIONS DES FETES on back of packaging: Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America / MADAME / Alexander(R) / These two patriots, created by Madame Alexander, / show off the red, white, and blue. His tricornered hat / is more festive than military. Her underskirt displays / the traditional American craft of quilting. Together / they appear to be ready and waiting for a parade. / Joyce Lyle / 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 2006 on right side of packaging: (C) 2006 Alexander Doll Company, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXM2103
Hallmark "Madame Alexander: Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2006