2005.473.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Star Necklace
Artifact ID2005.473.2
Object Type
Necklace
Maker
CM&D
Gifter
Mr. James Bowen
Gifter
Mrs. James Bowen
Date
ca. 1975
Medium
pewter, metal
DimensionsOverall (Chain) L 7 in x W 1/16 in (0.2 cm x 17.8 cm )
Overall (Pendant) H 3/4 in x W 3/4 in x D 1/8 in (1.9 cm x 1.9 cm x 0.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA silver star pendant features raised numbers and hangs from a silver chain.Overall (Pendant) H 3/4 in x W 3/4 in x D 1/8 in (1.9 cm x 1.9 cm x 0.3 cm )
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in July 1976 on the occasion of America's Bicentennial.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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