Hallmark "Shining Memories" Christmas Ornament, 2008
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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
2008
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Tammy Haddix of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.6470
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Metal
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of ornament: 2008 on back of ornament: (C) HMK. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Shining Memories / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: Shining Memories / 2008 was a year filled / with hopes and dreams, / smiles and laughter / and, quite possibly, / a few tears. / Like every year before it, / it will live on / through the memory / of each of its opportunities, / challenges, and celebrations, / large and small. / Tammy Haddix / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / 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. / metal - dated 2008 on right side of packaging: (C) 2008 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG6281
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