1987.389.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Commemorative New York, New York City Hall Key
Artifact ID1987.389.1 a-b
Object Type
Key, Commemorative
Maker
Lambert Bros.
Gifter
Abraham D. Beame
Date
c. 1975
Medium
bronze, enamel, fabric
DimensionsOverall (key) H 5 3/4 in (14.6 cm )
Overall (case) D 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm )
Overall (case) H 7 in x W 2 1/4 in (17.8 cm x 5.7 cm )
Overall (case) W 4 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (11.4 cm x 1 cm )
Physical Description(a) Bronze key featuring the Great Seal of New York; and (b) presentation box lined with black fabric.Overall (case) D 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm )
Overall (case) H 7 in x W 2 1/4 in (17.8 cm x 5.7 cm )
Overall (case) W 4 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (11.4 cm x 1 cm )
Historical NoteNew York City Mayor Abraham D. Beame gifted this commemorative key to President Gerald R. Ford in 1975. It is a facsimile of a key made in 1812 for the door to New York City Hall.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Ford during the Ford administration. It was presented to him 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 (74639696)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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