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1983.86; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.86; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Bald Eagle Plate
1983.86; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.86; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bicentennial Bald Eagle Plate

Artifact ID1983.86
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Date ca. 1976
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze, paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall Diam 10 1/2 in x D 1 in (2.5 cm x 26.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white plate features an eagle flying in front of an American flag and a banner. Parchment paper with black text on it is near the eagle's talons. Raised floral designs protrude from a gold border, which decorates the rim.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item circa 1980s.
Credit LineDonor unknown
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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