Hallmark "Video Games" Christmas Ornament, 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 Tom Best of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6390

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Magnet
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: GAME / ON! on back of ornament: 2006 / (C) 2006 Hallmark / Licensing, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Video Games / CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: Video Games / Power up and get your game on! / Check your moves and catch some thrills! / You can own the opposition / with your awesome gamer skilz! / Tom Best / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / This ornament features a magnet for alternate display. / 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 side of packaging: (C) 2006 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG3346
Hallmark "Video Games" Christmas Ornament, 2006