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1987.164; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.164; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Silver Flatware Service
1987.164; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.164; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Silver Flatware Service

Artifact ID1987.164
Object Type Set, Flatware
Gifter
Date before 1976
Medium metal, wood, fabric
DimensionsOverall H 14 1/4 in x W 19 1/4 in x D 16 5/8 in (36.2 cm x 48.9 cm x 42.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA tall red velvet chest contains five drawers that are cushioned with white fabric. It holds heavy silver flatware with floral designs on the handles.
Historical NoteFirst Lady of Indonesia Tien Suharto gifted this faltware to the President and Mrs. Ford on December 5, 1975, during their state visit to Jakarta, Indonesia.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Ford and First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. It was personally presented to them 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 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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