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2006.25 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2006.25 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Black Tuxedo Pants
2006.25 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2006.25 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Black Tuxedo Pants

Artifact ID2006.25 b
Object Type Pants
Maker
Date before 1977
Medium polyester, satin
DimensionsOverall H 46 in (116.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pair of black tuxedo pants prominently feature two black satin stripes down the length of the pants on the left and ride sides. The front and back pleated trousers fasten down the front through the inclusion of a hidden button and buttonhole, a straight eye enclosure, and, below those, an approximately eleven inch zipper enclosure. There are six decorative buttons along the outer portion of the waistband. The front of the waistband features four of the buttons, which are approximately four inches apart. The back of the waistband includes two back buttons placed in the center and are placed approximately three inches apart. The trousers also feature four pockets: two side pockets on the front, and two back pockets, the left of which includes a black button and buttonhole enclosure.

This tuxedo coat is part of a set of two: a coat (labled 'a') and a pair of trousers (labeled 'b').
Historical NotePresident Ford likely wore this tuxedo at the state dinner for Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Pillip in 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NotePresident Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2006.
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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