1987.643; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Lexington Lodge of Elks Medals
Artifact ID1987.643 a-d
Object Type
Medal, Commemorative
Gifter
William J. Chemelli
Date
ca.1976
Medium
silver, gold, wood, textile
DimensionsOverall (a)(medal) D 1/16 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Overall (b)(medal) D 1/16 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Overall (c)(medal) D 1/16 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Overall (d)(box) H 1 1/4 in x W 6 3/4 in x D 3 1/2 in (3.2 cm x 17.1 cm x 8.9 cm )
Physical Description(a-c) Three medals, two are silver, one is gold feature a raised image of the lodge's logo, along with curvy text.Overall (b)(medal) D 1/16 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Overall (c)(medal) D 1/16 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Overall (d)(box) H 1 1/4 in x W 6 3/4 in x D 3 1/2 in (3.2 cm x 17.1 cm x 8.9 cm )
(d) A rectangular wooden box is lined and cushioned with blue fabric.
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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