Hallmark "Merrier by the Dozen" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2003
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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
2003
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Creator Notes
Designed by Sharon Visker of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.5072
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of globe ornaments and Christmas tree ornament: (C) HMK. on back of Santa ornament: (C) HMK. on bottom of present ornament: 2003 / (C) HMK. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2003 / MERRIER BY THE DOZEN / MINIATURE / set of 12 ornaments ensemble de 12 decorations on back of packaging: MERRIER BY THE DOZEN / What fun! Colorful glass ornaments highlight the delights / of Christmastime. In addition to four candy canes and four / ball ornaments, you'll find Santa, a tree, a present, and a bird. / Display these charming ornaments on a miniature tree or / wreath or in the windows of the specially designed photo / holder "Tis the Season!" available at your Hallmark retailer / this year. / Sharon Visker / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concues a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne conviennent pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Glass - Dated 2003 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENTS / 30 YEARS OF COLLECTING MEMORIES / 1973 - 2003 on bottom of packaging: (C) 2003 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXM5049
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