Hallmark Ornament-Milestones in Life

I recently listed an ornament from what I believe to be one of the most underappreciated aspects of Hallmark Keepsake ornaments: the family themed ornaments.  For years Hallmark has produced ornaments that celebrate the milestones in life, first (2nd or 3rd) Christmas’s for children, couples first christmases , graduations, etc.  They also produce ornaments that celebrate family relationships for husband,wife,grandfather, grandmother,granddaughter and grandson.  Since all Keepsake ornaments are just produced for one year, there has been a new array of these delightful ornaments each year. 

First Christmas Together 1988

For some reason, I find a lot of these ornaments in my purchasing trips and just can’t resist some of the delightful and whimsical designs.  While they don’t have the appeal of the Hallmark series or the trends of the day, I believe that they speak to the continuing importance of family relationships and life milestones.  I hope that Hallmark continues to produce these ornaments and I look forward to the new designs in each Dream Book.

Closed 11/12/09

2 Lots Hallmark Ornaments…Plaster Choirboy

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Link to eBay Store

Link to eBay Store

Link to eBay Store

Closed 8/1/09

Betsey Clark Hallmark 1985…Pre WWII Pair…Salt Dough Handmade…Figi Brass Ornament

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 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

Closed 7/4/09

Hallmark 1974 Buttons & Bo Set of 2…C9 Bakelite Socket Set…Chenille Wreath…Screw-in Miniature Light String

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 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

Closed 7/3/09

Boxed Shiny Brite Ornaments…Hallmark 1977 Joy…Hallmark 1981 Mary Hamilton Angels…Westmoreland Glass 1978

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SOLD

 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

Closed 4/26/09

50s Sheer Apron…60s Sheer Apron…Happy Snowman Ornament…Holiday Sprinkles Kit

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Now listed in eBay Store
Now listed in eBay Store
Now listed on From Grandma’s Tree
 Now listed in eBay Store

Closed 4/25/09

50s Poinsettia Tablecloth…Happy & Mrs Snowman Invitations

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Now listed in eBay Store

 Now listed in eBay Store

Hallmark Ornament Boxes…Valuable or Not?

How much does the original box add to the value of a Hallmark Keepsake collectible ornament?

That depends on who you ask and what buyers will pay extra for an original box. Most collectors will tell you to always save the box and, in addition, will insist that the box show no wear and have the original price tag. This video shows what they mean.

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And having the original box usually doubles the value of the ornament according to the J.Phillip online price guide. The exception is the earliest Hallmark ornaments. Very few of these ornaments are found with the original box and buyers want them in their collection, box or not. So not having the box for many of these ornaments makes very little difference in price. Be sure to consult a price guide to determine if there is a large difference in price for box and no box ornaments when purchasing. The price guide may not give you an accurate idea of current going price, but it will let you know whether or not there is a price difference for a boxed or no box ornament.

Closed 4/2/09

2 Open Face Plastic Ornaments…6 Aluminum Twist Ornaments…Easter Egg Kit…Hallmark 1979 Teacher

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Soon to be listed on From Grandma’s Tree
Now listed in eBay Store

 

SOLD

 Soon to be listed on  From Grandma’s Tree

Closed 3/25/09

4 More Napkin/Ephemera Lots
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SOLD

 SOLD

 Not relisted

 Not relisted