Hallmark "Seaside Scenes Series" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 2001

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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

2001

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.4995

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: 2001 / (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc. / 3 on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Seaside Scenes / DECORATION DES FETES / COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: Third and final in the Seaside Scenes Series. / Look for series verification 3 on ornament. / High above the rocky shore, the lighthouse / serves as a warning of danger and a guide to / safe harbor. Inspired by the time-honored / tradition of models in bottles, this lighthouse / appears to watch over the sailors and ships / within its care. / Sculpted by Ed Seale / Miniature / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Handcrafted - Dated 2001 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QXM5275
Hallmark "Seaside Scenes Series" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 2001