1989.678.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Mercer County Bicentennial Plate
Artifact ID1989.678.2
Object Type
Plate, Commemorative
Gifter
Harold Seiver
Designer
Suzy Bogguss
(Aledo, IL)
Maker
Pearl Barnes
(Preemption, IL)
Maker
Leona Barnes
(Preemption, IL)
Date
1976
Medium
ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 8 1/4 in x D 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm x 21 cm )
Physical DescriptionA round white plate features three monochromatic buildings, a church, a schoolhouse, and a courthouse. Below each building is an inscription.Additional DetailsCustodial 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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