Hallmark Keepsake Ornament

1984 Fortune Cookie Elf

1984 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament

QX4524

This 1984 Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament features a happy artist elf, waiting for the message he just painted to dry, so he can insert it into the fortune cookie he's sitting on. It reads: "MAY YOUR CHRISTMAS BE MERRY," and is in all caps, in red, to make sure it comes true! The bearded elf is wearing lavender pants, a green long-sleeved shirt, and matching pink elf hat and shoes. The ornament is packaged in the original full color box.

Fun Fact: Contrary to popular belief, fortune cookies didn't originate in China but were invented in 19th century Japan, as a savory "temple" cracker, called "tsujira senbe." They were larger and darker, made with sesame and miso, instead of vanilla and sugar. Today, nearly three billion are made every year, with the largest manufacturer using a selection of only 15,000 messages that repeat.

Linda Sickman, one of the original Hallmark Keepsake Ornament artists, started working for Hallmark in 1963 and joined the Keepsake division in 1975. She's best known for her work with pressed tin, folk art, and the series, "Rocking Horse Memories," which ran from 1981-1996. Her most sought-after pieces include the Winter Angel and Americana-style Santa and Mrs. Claus figures.

Artist
Linda Sickman
Size
2.219" L x 1.167" W x 2.076" H
Material
Plastic and metal
Box Size
3.25" H x 1.5" W x 2.75" D

1984 Fortune Cookie Elf 1984 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament QX4524 This 1984 Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament features a happy artist elf, waiting for the message he just painted to dry, so he can insert it into the fortune cookie he's sitting on. It reads: "MAY YOUR CHRISTMAS BE MERRY," and is in all caps, in red, to make sure it comes true! The bearded elf is wearing lavender pants, a green long-sleeved shirt, and matching pink elf hat and shoes. The ornament is packaged in the original full color box. Fun Fact: Contrary to popular belief, fortune cookies didn't originate in China but were invented in 19th century Japan, as a savory "temple" cracker, called "tsujira senbe." They were larger and darker, made with sesame and miso, instead of vanilla and sugar. Today, nearly three billion are made every year, with the largest manufacturer using a selection of only 15,000 messages that repeat. Linda Sickman, one of the original Hallmark Keepsake Ornament artists, started working for Hallmark in 1963 and joined the Keepsake division in 1975. She's best known for her work with pressed tin, folk art, and the series, "Rocking Horse Memories," which ran from 1981-1996. Her most sought-after pieces include the Winter Angel and Americana-style Santa and Mrs. Claus figures. Material: Plastic and metal Artist: Linda Sickman Size: 2.219" L x 1.167" W x 2.076" H

GTIN / BarcodeAdd one Year1984 Series— Original Box Price$4.50 Suggested Value$4.50 SKU / Product CodeQX4524
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