Hallmark "Wonder Woman" 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 Joanne Eschrich of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6694

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, back: 2009 / [TM] / HMK. CDS. / TM & (C) DC Comics. / (S09) packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Wonder Woman [TM] / DC [TM] / Wonder Woman [TM] / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Wonder Woman [TM] / As a young Amazon girl on the peaceful island of Themyscira, / Princess Diana exhibited strength, intelligence, and nobility that / surpassed even her exquisite beauty. Born to Queen Hippolyta, / it was evident from her birth that she was destined for great / things, perfectly embodying the spirit and the goodness of her / people. When she came of age, the princess left her home to / journey to the outside world to serve as an ambassador for peace / and a warrior for justice. Armed with indestructible protective / bracelets and the golden lasso of truth, Diana dedicated herself / to protecting the innocent and defeating evil throughout the / world as the compassionate and courageous superheroine / Wonder Woman [TM]. / Joanne Eschrich / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / handcrafted - dated 2009 packaging, underside: TM & (C) DC Comics. / WB / WB SHIELD: TM & (C) Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. / (s09) / www.dccomics.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI1012
Hallmark "Wonder Woman" Christmas Ornament, 2009