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1983.25; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.25; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Gold and Diamond Eagle Pin
1983.25; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.25; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Gold and Diamond Eagle Pin

Artifact ID1983.25
Object Type Pin, Lapel
Maker (New York, New York)
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium gold, diamond, ruby
DimensionsOverall H 2 in x W 2 1/4 in (5.1 cm x 5.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionA gold eagle pin has outstretched wings and flared talons. Rubies encrust its head and the edges of its wings. A ruby represents its eye.
Historical NoteHarold Rosenthal of Rosenthal Jewelry in New York, New York, gave this pin to First Lady Betty Ford as a Bicentennial gift.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford Administration. It was presented to her and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives circa 1980s 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 (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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