2008.31.3 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Apple and Worm Christmas Ornament
Artifact ID2008.31.3 a-b
Object Type
Ornament, Christmas Tree
Gifter
Nancy Yates
Date
1975
Medium
yarn, thread, metal, paper
DimensionsOverall (a) (Worm) H 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm )
Overall (b) (Apple) H 1/4 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 1 1/4 in x Diam 2 in (0.6 cm x 6.4 cm x 3.2 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical Description(a,b) A light green worm is attached to a bright red apple, which is topped by dark green leaves. A green loop is attached to the top.Overall (b) (Apple) H 1/4 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 1 1/4 in x Diam 2 in (0.6 cm x 6.4 cm x 3.2 cm x 5.1 cm )
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in December 1975.The item was received by the State Department and then transferred to the White House Gift Unit.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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