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1988.138.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.138.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Plate
1988.138.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.138.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Plate

Artifact ID1988.138.2
Artist (Clarksville, MD)
Date 1976
Medium porcelain, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 8 1/4 in x D 1 in (2.5 cm x 21 cm )

Physical DescriptionA white plate features an image of a man and a boy in an outdoor setting near a fence. The man is holding a musket, and the boy is holding a drum. Curvy blue text and golden stars encircle the man. A golden border decorates the plate's rim.
Historical NoteOn July 9, 1976 Norma and Joseph Gulick presented this plate to Deputy Special Assistant Milton E. Mitler on the White House's North Lawn; he accepted the gift on the Fords' behalf.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President 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.