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1981.96.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.96.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Betsy Ross Doll
1981.96.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.96.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Betsy Ross Doll

Artifact ID1981.96.1
Object Type Doll
Gifter
Date ca. 1976
Medium textile, dye, thread, ribbon, yarn, paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 17 3/4 in x W 13 1/2 in x D 3 1/4 in (45.1 cm x 34.3 cm x 8.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brunette doll has stitched facial features. She is wearing a blue dress accented by a white lace collar. A matching bonnet covers her head, and she is holding an American flag in her proper right hand.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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 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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