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1984.8; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1984.8; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Presidential Seal Desktop Chronometer
1984.8; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1984.8; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Presidential Seal Desktop Chronometer

Artifact ID1984.8
Object Type Chronometer
Gifter
Maker
Date 1976
Medium metal, glass, paint
DimensionsOverall H 10 in x W 8 in x D 4 1/2 in (25.4 cm x 20.3 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA golden desktop chronometer features a clockface with an image of the Presidential Seal on it. It is attached to a vertical piece of metal that protrudes from a metal base, which is in the shape of the United States of America.
Historical NoteAntonio Mastromattei of the Technical Watch Laboratory in Revere, Massachusetts, gifted this chronometer to President Gerald R. Ford in 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President 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 SeriesPublic 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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