1987.118.1 a; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bronze Polish Crest Box

Artifact ID1987.118.1 a

Date ca. 1974

Medium metal, fabric

DimensionsOverall H 2 3/4 in x W 11 3/4 in x D 8 1/8 in (7 cm x 29.8 cm x 20.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionA flat rectangular presentation box with a textured surface has a raised eagle symbol in the center of the lid.
Historical NotePresident Gerald R. Ford received this presentation box on October 8, 1974 from Edward H.E. Gierek, the first Secretary of the Polish United Workers' Party, on Gierek's Head of State visit to the United States.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to him and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 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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