Hallmark’s Mario and Toad Christmas ornaments are less than $10 for Black Friday | The VergeSkip to main contentThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.The VergeThe Verge logo.TechReviewsScienceEntertainmentAIHamburger Navigation ButtonThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.Hamburger Navigation ButtonNavigation DrawerThe VergeThe Verge logo.Login / Sign UpcloseCloseSearchTechExpandAmazonAppleFacebookGoogleMicrosoftSamsungBusinessCreatorsMobilePolicySecurityTransportationReviewsExpandLaptopsPhonesHeadphonesTabletsSmart HomeSmartwatchesSpeakersDronesScienceExpandSpaceEnergyEnvironmentHealthEntertainmentExpandGamesTV ShowsMoviesAudioAIVerge ShoppingExpandBuying GuidesDealsGift GuidesSee All ShoppingCarsExpandElectric CarsAutonomous CarsRide-sharingScootersOther TransportationFeaturesVideosExpandYouTubeTikTokInstagramPodcastsExpandDecoderThe VergecastVersion HistoryNewslettersExpandThe Verge DailyInstallerVerge DealsNotepadOptimizerRegulatorThe StepbackArchivesStoreSubscribeFacebookThreadsInstagramYoutubeRSSThe VergeThe Verge logo.Hallmark’s Mario and Toad Christmas ornaments are less than $10 for Black FridayComments DrawerCommentsLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...GadgetsCloseGadgetsPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All GadgetsVerge ShoppingCloseVerge ShoppingPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All Verge ShoppingBlack FridayCloseBlack FridayPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All Black FridayHallmark’s Mario and Toad Christmas ornaments are less than $10 for Black FridayAnd there are lots of other Nintendo ornaments, too.And there are lots of other Nintendo ornaments, too.by Todd HaseltonCloseTodd HaseltonDeputy Editor, Reviews and CommercePosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Todd HaseltonNov 28, 2025, 6:17 PM UTCLinkShareIf you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.Image: AmazonPart OfThe Verge’s guide to Black Friday 2025see all Todd HaseltonCloseTodd HaseltonPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Todd Haselton is a deputy editor with 18 years of experience writing and editing product reviews, gadgets and business news. Previously, he was a deputy editor covering technology companies at CNBC.My tree is usually full of old ornaments passed down through my family, but they kind of look like they’re made of lead. Maybe yours are also lead! Perhaps we should replace the lead with Nintendo ornaments.Nintendo Super Mario Toad Hallmark Ornament$10$119% off$10$10 at AmazonAmazon is offering a Black Friday deal on Hallmark’s Toad ornament — Mario is just on a regular discount — both under $10. Neither glows nor plays a theme song like the Xbox 360 ornament Hallmark also sells.Nintendo Super Mario Fire Mario Hallmark Ornament$10$119% off$10$10 at AmazonBoth would fit on any Douglas fir with a few other Nintendo ornaments that aren’t on sale but don’t cost much more. You can practically build a whole Mario Kart race on your tree with Yoshi, Donkey Kong, Goomba, Boo, Mushroom Mario, Luigi, a Question block, Princess Peach, a controller, and a mini set with some shells.You should have your tree pretty much covered. If not, pair these with the rest of our ornament guide. Replace the lead.Verge DealsSign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we’ve tested sent to your inbox weekly.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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Hallmark’s Black Friday ornament promotion centers around a discounted selection of Nintendo-themed Christmas ornaments, specifically featuring Mario and Toad, available for under $10. The promotion, highlighted by contributor Todd Haselton, represents a strategic shift from traditional, potentially costly, lead-based ornaments to these readily available Nintendo alternatives. The article details the availability of both the Toad and Mario ornaments at Amazon, alongside a broader range of Nintendo-themed decorations, including Fire Mario and other characters like Yoshi, Donkey Kong, Goomba, and Luigi. The suggested application for these ornaments extends to building a comprehensive Nintendo-themed display on a Christmas tree, offering a customizable approach to holiday decoration. The promotion underscores a broader trend of leveraging popular gaming franchises for seasonal consumer appeal. A key element of the piece is the encouragement to replace traditional ornaments with these more affordable and thematically relevant options driven by a desire for novelty and a connection to nostalgic pop culture references. The article further integrates the promotion within the context of wider Black Friday deals offered by various retailers, emphasizing the accessibility and value proposition presented by the Hallmark Nintendo ornaments. It serves as a localized example within a larger landscape of Black Friday discounts, catering to collectors and enthusiasts seeking to enrich their holiday décor with recognizable gaming characters.