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1982.130.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1982.130.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1977 Los Angeles Rams Autographed Football
1982.130.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1982.130.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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1977 Los Angeles Rams Autographed Football

Artifact ID1982.130.1
Object Type Football
Maker (founded 1914)
Date ca.1977
Medium leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown and white football displays black stitches, white laces, and team members' autographs in black ink. Black text, highlighted by horizontal strokes of blue and yellow paint, is on the white portion of the ball.
Historical NoteIn his post-presidency, Gerald Ford served on the advisory board of the Los Angeles Rams football team. The players of the 1977 team signed this football. The autographs include the signatures of Hall of Famers Tom Mack and Joe Namath and players Pat Haden and Vince Ferragamo.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum circa 1980s.
Credit LineGift of Chuck Knox
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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