Start with the first in the series

Mary’s Angels is an appealing series to collect because it offers both a clear annual sequence and a gentle visual theme. The line began in 1988 with Buttercup #1; the store’s series guide traces the flower-naming tradition and credits Mary Hamilton’s designs, sculpted by Robert Chad. The first three examples below show how the collection’s identity stayed recognizable while each angel had an individual name.

Buttercup was the opening ornament in 1988. The original product listing says the series would bring collectors a different angel each year and encourages checking the piece for Mary Hamilton’s signature.

By 2001, the line had reached Chrysantha #14. For a collector, that is a useful reminder that a flower name alone is not the identifier: keep the year and series number with it.

By 2001, the line had reached Chrysantha #14. For a collector, that is a useful reminder that a flower name alone is not the identifier: keep the year and series number with it.

A practical collector’s note

When filling an older run, compare the full title, year, number and box condition. The Ornament Factory’s series page can help you locate the next missing entry; inventory on retired ornaments changes as pieces are found and sold.

Browse the complete series catalog and check each item’s current condition and stock before ordering.