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2016.24.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2016.24.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Ivory Camel Necklace
2016.24.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2016.24.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Ivory Camel Necklace

Artifact ID2016.24.1
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Date before 07/1976
Medium ivory, thread
DimensionsOverall H 14 in x W 2 1/2 in (35.6 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn ivory necklace is made of camel beads that alternate with small oblong beads. A camel enclosed in an oval hangs from the center.
Historical NoteLig Chung Ho Young of China gifted this ivory necklace to William E. Colby, Director of the CIA, during the Ford administration.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 2016.
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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