Hallmark "Lionel New York Central Observation Car" 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
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.6577
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on sides of ornament:
NEW YORK CENTRAL / LIONEL 4152 POUGHKEEPSIE 4152
on bottom of ornament:
2008 / LIONEL(R) / Licenced by Lionel, LLC. / HMK. CDS.
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / L (R) / LIONEL / Lionel(R) New York Central Observation Car / christmas ornament decoration de noel
on back of packaging:
Lionel(R) New York Central Observation Car / This year marks the 60th anniversary since the debut of the / Lionel 2333 New York Central locomotive. When railroading / began to convert from steam power to diesel in the 1930s, the / full-size New York Central was one of the mightiest new / locomotives introduced. People were thrilled and captivated / by the sight of this magnificent train both for its great speed / and for its stunning art deco-inspired design. / Through large windows at the back of this car, passengers / could enjoy the picturesque view on either side of the train / and watch the tracks fade into the distance. Many political / candidates and famous personalities also used the observation / car's platform as a stage from which they could deliver / speeches or greet fans while on tour. / 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:
LIONEL (R) Licensed by Lionel LLC. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI2011
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