Artifact No.1982.129, 1977 Detroit Lions Autographed Football; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum (Grand Rapids, MI)
1977 Detroit Lions Autographed Football
Artifact ID1982.129
Object Type
Football
Gifter
Detroit Lions
Date
ca.1977
Medium
leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 in (27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown and white football displays black stitches, white laces, and team members' autographs in blue ink. Above the signatures, a message to President Gerald R. Ford is painted in red and black letters.Historical NoteThe Detroit Lions gifted this autographed football to Gerald R. Ford in 1977.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis item was transferred to the National Archives circa 1980s 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 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.