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1987.310.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.310.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
U.S. Army Bicentennial Paperweight
1987.310.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.310.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

U.S. Army Bicentennial Paperweight

Artifact ID1987.310.1 a-c
Object Type Paperweight
Date 1975
Medium lucite, metal, paper
DimensionsOverall (a)(paperweight) H 2 1/2 in x W 3 3/4 in x D 3/4 in (6.4 cm x 9.5 cm x 1.9 cm )
Overall (b)(lid) H 3/4 in x W 4 in x D 3 in (1.9 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.6 cm )
Overall (c)(bottom) H 1 1/4 in x W 4 in x D 3 in (3.2 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.6 cm )

Physical Description(a) A rectangular lucite paperweight features an inlaid medallion, which depicts an image of an eagle with outstretched wings. Golden text is displayed throughout the paperweight's surface.

(b,c) A small white cardboard box
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.
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.