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1983.155; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.155; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
U.S. Savings Bond Presentation Piece
1983.155; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.155; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

U.S. Savings Bond Presentation Piece

Artifact ID1983.155
Object Type Piece, Presentation
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium pewter, wood, polish, textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 5 1/2 in x W 4 1/2 in x D 6 in (14 cm x 11.4 cm x 15.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pewter figurine of a minuteman is adhered to a rectangular wooden base. A vertical plaque that displays black engraved text is positioned in front of it.
Historical NoteClifford Sommer, Volunteer Chairman for U.S. Savings Bonds Bicentennial Activities, presented this piece to President Gerald R. Ford in the Oval Office on May 1, 1975.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in September 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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