Hallmark "Christmas Floral" Christmas Ornament, 2002

Summary

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.

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

Christmas tree ornament

Date Made

2002

Creators

Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

Place of Creation

United States, Missouri, Kansas City 

United States 

Creator Notes

Designed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in the United States.

Object ID

2019.65.5431

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament: Joy blooms when hearts believe. ornament, back: [TM / (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / CHRISTMAS FLORAL / decoration des fetes packaging, back: CHRISTMAS FLORAL / The surprise of flowers on a winter's day is one of / the great treats of the holiday season. This charming / ball ornament will provide that pleasure anytime you / like. The blossoms featured in the design are from the / extensive collection of beautiful floral artwork created / by Hallmark artists. / Sentiment on ornament: Joy blooms when hearts believe. / CHRISTMAS / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeanes enfants. / Glass Ball - Dated 2002 / Mfd. for and (C) 2002 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in U.S.A. QX2963

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