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1987.116.1 m; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.116.1 m; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Black Floral Spoon
1987.116.1 m; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.116.1 m; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Black Floral Spoon

Artifact ID1987.116.1 m
Object Type Spoon, Eating
Gifter
Date ca. 1974
Medium wood, paint, lacquer
DimensionsOverall H 7 3/4 in x W 2 in x D 1 1/2 in (19.7 cm x 5.1 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical Description(Part of an 18-piece set) A black, wooden spoon decorated with a painted, floral design has a gold handle.
Historical NoteBoris P. Bugayev, Soviet Civil Aviation Minister, gifted this spoon to President Gerald R. Ford on November 29, 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there 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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