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1987.567.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.567.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1975 San Francisco 49ers Autographed Football
1987.567.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.567.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1975 San Francisco 49ers Autographed Football

Artifact ID1987.567.1
Object Type Football
Maker (founded 1914)
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
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 blue ink. Two large letters outlined in red are on the white portion of the ball.
Historical NoteRobert Varner of San Francisco, California, gifted this football to President Gerald R. Ford. It is autographed by members of the 1975 San Francisco 49ers football team, including Steve Spurrier and thirty-five others.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public 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 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 (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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