1989.163.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Carnival of Verona Medal

Artifact ID1989.163.1 a-c

Date before 1975

Medium metal, fabric, thread, trimming, cardboard

DimensionsOverall H 14 1/4 in x W 11 1/4 in x D 1/2 in (36.2 cm x 28.6 cm x 1.3 cm )

Physical Description(a,b) A round gold medal features a raised image of a stone tower. The perimeter of the circle is decorated with shiny red shapes. It hangs from a gold loop on a piece of blue fabric, which has a piece of yellow fabric and gold trim sewn on the middle of it.

(c) A cardboard box that resembles the appearance of wood
Historical NoteMayor Carlo Delaini of Verona, Italy, gifted this medal to President Gerald R. Ford in November 22, 1974. The State Department received the gift.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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Head of State Gifts