1981.138.9; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Betty Ford's Wedding Garter
Artifact ID1981.138.9
Object Type
Garter
Date
ca. 1948
Medium
fabric, ribbon, thread
DimensionsOverall H 2 3/4 in x W 5 1/2 in (7 cm x 14 cm )
Physical DescriptionA light blue and pink floral decoration made of ribbon is attached to the center of a light blue garter.Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this pale blue garter on her wedding day on October 15, 1948 at Grace Episcopal Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She wore a sapphire blue satin dress for the occasion.Additional Details
Custodial History NotePresident Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1981.
Credit LineGift of President Gerald R. Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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