1987.178.1 a-k; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Ivory Jewelry Set and Accessories

Artifact ID1987.178.1 a-k

Date before 1977

Medium leather, ivory, gold, metal, fabric, wood

DimensionsOverall (Handbag) H 13 1/2 in x W 9 1/4 in x D 3 1/4 in (34.3 cm x 23.5 cm x 8.3 cm )

Physical Description(a-k) A tan box lined with blue velvet holds a brown reptile skin handbag, wallet, and eyeglass case. It also holds an ivory and gold jewelry set that consists of a necklace, a bangle, a pair of earrings, a ring, and a pendant.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford received this nine-piece jewelry set on June 14, 1976 from Gaafar M. Nimeiry, the President of the Democratic Republic of the Sudan.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford Administration. 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 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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Head of State Gifts