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1983.143; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.143; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Washington Crossing the Delaware Plate
1983.143; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.143; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Washington Crossing the Delaware Plate

Artifact ID1983.143
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Maker
Gifter
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 1 1/4 in x D 1 in (2.5 cm x 3.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white fluted plate features a color image of a group of men on a boat with George Washington. A gold border encircles the plate's rim.


Historical NoteThe item was gifted by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in May 1976. It was transmitted by Nancy Schieuter on a trip from Florida to New Jersey. The item was then sent to First Lady Betty Ford om June 23, 1976. The plate displays a copy of "Washington Crossing the Delaware" by Emanuel Leutze in the center.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 Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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