The 13 Colonies Bicentennial Plate
Artifact ID1983.84
Object Type
Plate, Commemorative
Maker
Bing & Grondahl
Gifter
Paul B. Steffensen
Date
ca. 1975
Medium
plastic, ink, porcelain, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 9 in x D 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 22.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue plate features an eagle with outstretched wings below curved gold text. Gold stars encircle the motif, and blue ovals that enclose gold text decorate the rim.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ford during his term in office. It was personally 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.
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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