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1987.291 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.291 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Atlas de Joan Martines
1987.291 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.291 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Atlas de Joan Martines

Artifact ID1987.291 a-c
Object Type Atlas
Gifter
Date ca.1973
Medium leather, paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 25 in x W 17 in x D 1 1/2 in (63.5 cm x 43.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA red hardback features a colorful coat of arms of Spain in the center of the cover. Gold scrollwork and borders made up of faces and animals decorate the background.
Historical NoteSpanish leader General Francisco Franco gifted this book to President Gerald Ford in June 1975, during Ford's state visit to Spain. The original Atlas was published in 1587 by Joan Martines, the cosmographer for King Philip II of Spain. This book is a reproduction.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official 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 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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