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1983.140; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.140; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Smucker's 1976 Christmas Plate
1983.140; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.140; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Smucker's 1976 Christmas Plate

Artifact ID1983.140
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Artist
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium porcelain, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 8 3/4 in x D 11/16 in (1.7 cm x 22.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA plate features an image of a receding snow-covered sidewalk lined with houses and dead trees. A green wreath hangs on the red door of one house, and there is an illuminated lamp on the exterior wall near it. Horizontal white text is printed along the bottom of the image.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in December 1976. The gift included eight-six-ounce jars of assorted Smucker's preserves and jellies, and the 1976 Christmas plate.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 SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
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