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1983.106; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.106; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Lead Crystal Platter
1983.106; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.106; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Lead Crystal Platter

Artifact ID1983.106
Object Type Platter
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium crystal
DimensionsOverall Diam 15 1/2 in x H 2 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 39.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA round crystal platter features an etched image of a large building with trees behind it in the center.
Historical NoteHenryk Jabłoński, Chairman of the Council of State of the People’s Republic of Poland, gifted this platter to President Gerald R. Ford on July 28, 1975. President and Mrs. Ford’s state visit to Poland was part of the diplomatic trip surrounding President Ford’s participation in the Conference for Security and Cooperation in Europe in Helsinki, Finland.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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