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1983.57; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.57; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles Plaque
1983.57; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.57; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles Plaque

Artifact ID1983.57
Object Type Plaque
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium wood, metal, polish, ink
DimensionsOverall H 8 in x W 10 in x D 3/4 in (20.3 cm x 25.4 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA carved wooden plaque features a segmented design. Two rectangular metal plates are attached to the center, black Chinese characters are on a rose gold plaque above a slightly smaller golden plaque with multiple rows of horizontal incised text.
Historical NoteThis plaque was presented to First Lady Betty Ford on October 20, 1976, during a campaign trip to Los Angeles, CA.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. It was presented to her 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 SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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