1988.605.3 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial John Hancock Platter
Artifact ID1988.605.3 a-b
Object Type
Platter
Gifter
Albert W. Ricker
Maker
American Historical Replica Company
(Grand Rapids, MI)
Date
ca. 1974
Medium
glass, cardboard, adhesive
DimensionsOverall (a)(platter) H 1 1/2 in x W 13 in x D 9 1/4 in (3.8 cm x 33 cm x 23.5 cm )
Overall (b)(box) H 1 1/2 in x W 13 1/4 in x D 9 1/2 in (3.8 cm x 33.7 cm x 24.1 cm )
Physical Description(a) A transparent glass platter displays an image of the liberty bell; curvy text encircles the rim.Overall (b)(box) H 1 1/2 in x W 13 1/4 in x D 9 1/2 in (3.8 cm x 33.7 cm x 24.1 cm )
(b) A rectangular blue cardboard box
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to Vice 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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