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1981.78 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.78 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Uncle Sam Mug
1981.78 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.78 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Uncle Sam Mug

Artifact ID1981.78 a-b
Object Type Mug
Maker
Gifter
Date ca.1975
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall (a) H 8 in x W 5 1/2 in x D 5 1/2 in (20.3 cm x 14 cm x 14 cm )
 Overall (b) D 1 1/2 in x Diam 3 9/16 in (3.8 cm x 9 cm )
Physical Description(a, b) A figurative mug resembles Uncle Sam. His patritoic top hat, which displays a raised number "76", functions as a lid.
Historical NoteWas sent through New York Congressman John J. LaFalce as a gift to President Ford on July 16 1975.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item 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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