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1981.85 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.85 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Bottle of Air
1981.85 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.85 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Bottle of Air

Artifact ID1981.85 a-b
Object Type Bottle
Gifter
Maker
Date ca. 1976
Medium glass, adhesive, cardboard, ink
DimensionsOverall H 6 in x Diam 2 in (15.2 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical Description(a) A small transparent glass bottle features a patriotic label, which displays an eagle, stars, and horizontal red and blue text.

(b) A rectangular cardboard box resembles an American flag and features horizontal blue text on a white banner.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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 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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