2008.4 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Liberty Bell Eggshell Christmas Ornament
Artifact ID2008.4 a-b
Object Type
Ornament, Christmas Tree
Maker
Mrs. Kenneth E. Mitchell
Gifter
Mrs. Kenneth E. Mitchell
Date
1976
Medium
eggshell, plastic, trim, twine, adhesive
DimensionsOverall (a) (egg) H 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm )
Overall (b) (stand) H 1 in x W 2 in x D 1 1/2 in x Diam 2 in (2.5 cm x 5.1 cm x 3.8 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical Description(a) A hollow eggshell features a model of the Liberty Bell. Blue, white, red and gold trim decorates the perimeter. A golden loop is attached to the top.Overall (b) (stand) H 1 in x W 2 in x D 1 1/2 in x Diam 2 in (2.5 cm x 5.1 cm x 3.8 cm x 5.1 cm )
(b) A round golden stand is made of symmetrical shapes.
Historical NoteAir Force Sergeant Kenneth E. Mitchell gifted this item to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in November 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President. First Lady Betty Ford donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2008.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty 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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