Hallmark "Health Care Pros" Christmas Ornament, 2009

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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

2009

Creator Notes

Designed by Ruth Donikowski of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6908

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Textile materials
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament: Caring / KNOWLEDGE / Talent / Compassion / Dedication / Commitment / SKILL / Patience ornament, underside: [TM] / (C) 2009 HMK. LIC. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Health Care Pros / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Health Care Pros / We've come to rely / on their knowledge and skill, / their caring and kindness / and patient goodwill. / They're people we count on / and turn to for care / with their grateful assurance / they'll always be there. / Ruth Donikowski / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / handcrafted and fabric - dated 2009 packaging, underside: (C) 2009 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG6662
Hallmark "Health Care Pros" Christmas Ornament, 2009