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
Gifter
James Woodruff
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.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 )
(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.
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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