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1989.996; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.996; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Pocket Watch
1989.996; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.996; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Pocket Watch

Artifact ID1989.996 a-c
Object Type Watch, Pocket
Gifter
Maker (New York, NY)
Date 1976
Medium gold, silver, glass, textile, cardboard
DimensionsOverall (a)(watch) D 1/2 in x Diam 2 in (1.3 cm x 5.1 cm )
 Overall (b)(box) H 2 1/2 in x W 4 in x D 4 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 10.2 cm x 11.4 cm )
 Overall (c)(chain) L 13 in (33 cm )
Physical Description(a-b) The cover of a silver and gold pocket watch features an image of an eagle, accented by stars and decorative lines.

(c) A plastic box supports a small tray, which is padded with orange fabric. There is text enclosed in a rectangle below it.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 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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