1987.311.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial George Washington Medal
Artifact ID1987.311.1 a-c
Object Type
Medal, Commemorative
Maker
Medallic Art Company
Date
ca.1976
Medium
metal, cardboard
DimensionsOverall (a)(medal) Diam 2 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (1 cm x 6.4 cm )
Overall (b)(lid) H 1/2 in x W 2 3/4 in x D 2 3/4 in (1.3 cm x 7 cm x 7 cm )
Overall (c)(bottom) H 1/2 in x W 2 5/8 in x D 2 5/8 in (1.3 cm x 6.7 cm x 6.7 cm )
Physical Description(a) A bronze-colored medal features a raised image of George Washington's profile. Raised curvy text is on each side of the image.Overall (b)(lid) H 1/2 in x W 2 3/4 in x D 2 3/4 in (1.3 cm x 7 cm x 7 cm )
Overall (c)(bottom) H 1/2 in x W 2 5/8 in x D 2 5/8 in (1.3 cm x 6.7 cm x 6.7 cm )
(b,c) A small white box
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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