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2008.6; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2008.6; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
White Satin Ford Christmas Ornament
2008.6; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2008.6; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

White Satin Ford Christmas Ornament

Artifact ID2008.6
Object Type Ornament, Christmas Tree
Maker
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium Styrofoam (TM), satin, trim, metal, plastic, ribbon
DimensionsOverall Diam 4 in (10.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionGolden letters enclosed by ornate golden trim decorate a white satin-covered Styrofoam ball. Pearl-topped pins accent the letters and trim. At the top, an orange velvet ribbon is threaded through a small plastic loop. Three pearl-covered pins protrude from the bottom.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in June 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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