Hallmark "Radiant Christmas" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 2001

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

2001

Creators

Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

Votruba, LaDene 

Place of Creation

United States, Missouri, Kansas City 

China 

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.5000

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Pewter (Tin alloy)
Crystal (Material by Form)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on back of ornament: (C) Hmk. / Cds. / 2001 on front of packaging: KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Radiant Christmas / DECORATION DES FETES / PRECIOUS EDITION on back of packaging: This adorable little girl carries / an equally precious tree. The / wonder of Christmastime seen / through a child's eyes shines through / in this design that combines the / sparkle of crystal with the luster / of real pewter. / Sculpted by LaDene Votruba / Miniature / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Crystal and Pewter - Dated 2001 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QXM5342

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