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1983.28 a; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.28 a; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Golden Scarab Necklace
1983.28 a; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.28 a; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Golden Scarab Necklace

Artifact ID1983.28 a
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Date May 9, 1974
Medium gold, diamond
DimensionsOverall H 1 1/2 in x W 6 3/4 in (3.8 cm x 17.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA gold scarab pendant hangs from a round gold necklace. It features a diamond inlaid between its body and head.
Historical NoteLeah Rabin, wife of Israeli Prime minister Yitzhak Rabin, gifted this necklace to First Lady Betty Ford on September 12, 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford Administration. It was presented to her and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesHead of State Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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