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1982.17.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1982.17.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Silver Netherlandish Coin
1982.17.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1982.17.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Silver Netherlandish Coin

Artifact ID1982.17.2
Object Type Coin
Maker
Gifter
Date ca. 1976
Medium silver
DimensionsOverall Diam 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA round silver coin features a raised image of the profile of a woman encircled by raised text.
Historical NoteMinister of Finance of the Netherlands Antilles Miguel Porter presented this coin to a representative of President Gerald R. Ford's during a meeting at the White House on January 9, 1976. The Government of the Netherlands Antilles issued this coin to commemorate America's bicentennial.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to one of his representatives and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 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 SeriesHead of State 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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