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1983.81.3; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.81.3; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Stoneware Tankard
1983.81.3; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.81.3; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bicentennial Stoneware Tankard

Artifact ID1983.81.3
Object Type Tankard
Maker (Florissant, Missouri)
Gifter
Date ca.1976
Medium stone, paint
DimensionsOverall H 6 1/2 in x D 7 in x Diam 4 3/4 in (16.5 cm x 17.8 cm x 12.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown stoneware tankard features an image of a coiled snake on a flag and incised curved blue text along the top and the bottom. A bronze star hovers above the flag.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to President 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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