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1987.179.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.179.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Blue Velvet Cape
1987.179.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.179.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Blue Velvet Cape

Artifact ID1987.179.1 a-c
Object Type Cape
Gifter
Date before 1976
Medium velvet, fabric, thread, trimming
DimensionsOverall H 4 3/4 in x W 20 in x D 14 1/4 in (12.1 cm x 50.8 cm x 36.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA floor-length royal blue velvet cape is lined with light blue fabric. Gold trim decorates the perimeter of the hood.
Historical NotePrime Minister of Tunisia Hédi Nouira gifted this cape to First Lady Betty Ford. The President and Mrs. Ford hosted a state dinner for Nouira on May 1, 1975.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official 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 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 SeriesHead of State 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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