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1983.24; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.24; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Presentation Box with Eagle Clasp
1983.24; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.24; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Presentation Box with Eagle Clasp

Artifact ID1983.24 b
Object Type Box, Presentation
Gifter
Designer (Los Angeles, CA)
Date ca. 1977
Medium textile, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall (b) H 1 3/4 in x W 10 1/4 in x D 6 1/4 in (4.4 cm x 26 cm x 15.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue rectangular box is padded with white fabric on the interior. Designed as a clasp, the small golden eagle was originally attached to the box's edge.
Historical NoteOn January 11, 1977 jewelry designer Pierre Touraine presented the item to President Gerald R. Ford in the White House's Oval Office.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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.
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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