Hallmark "Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots" Christmas Ornament, 2007

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

2007

Creators

Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

Place of Creation

United States, Missouri, Kansas City 

China 

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.6137

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, underside: 2007 / (C) Mattel / [TM] / Hallmark Cards, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ROCK'EM / SOCK'EM / ROBOTS [TM] / Rock'em Sock'em Robots [TM] / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Rock'em Sock'em Robots [TM] / 1966. That was the year the world was / introduced to Rock'em Sock'em Robots [TM], / the original fighting robot game. It / was an instant sensation in households / across the country. Just like the / classic toy, this ornament has a boxing / ring, joystick controllers, and "knock your / block off" hook-and-jab punching action. / And just like the original, it's bound to be / a big hit in your house, too. / Move the joystick to move the robots. / Press the buttons and the robots will / even throw punches! / 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 2007 packaging, underside: ROCK'EM SOCK'EM ROBOTS and associated trademarks and / trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, / Mattel, Inc. (C) 2007 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / www.mattel.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China / QXI7249

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