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1988.936.1.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.936.1.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
United States Navy Bicentennial Mug
1988.936.1.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.936.1.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

United States Navy Bicentennial Mug

Artifact ID1988.936.1.1
Object Type Mug
Maker
Gifter
Date ca.1975
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/4 in x Diam 3 1/4 in (10.8 cm x 8.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn ivory-colored mug features an image of a golden eagle standing on a shield-shaped American flag; it holds a red banner in its beak. Two intersecting golden anchors are in the background, and golden text borders the image.
Historical Notesticker on bottom of mug denotes it as being # 138.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public 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 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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