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1989.968.27; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.968.27; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
American Bicentenary Postage Stamps
1989.968.27; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.968.27; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

American Bicentenary Postage Stamps

Artifact ID1989.968.27 a-d
Object Type Stamp, Postage
Gifter
Printer (Swiss)
Date ca. 1976
Medium ink, paper, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/2 in x W 9 in (11.4 cm x 22.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA rectangular black piece of paper features four colorful stamps. Each one depicts drawings of three-quarter views of explorers associated with American history.

A rectangular yellow cover features silhouettes of land masses accompanied by a dark blue outline of a ship. On the proper right, near the lower corner, there are two circles with curvy text above a blue outline of a banner. There is horizontal blue text along the top and horizontal red text along the bottom.

A vertical white booklet displays horizontal blue text on its cover. A blue border outlines the pages' edges.
Historical NoteIn 1981, commemorative stamps were auctioned as part of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum dedication ceremonies. Unauctioned stamps, like this item, became part of the museum collection.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. He donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1981.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
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