1989.968.21; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Insect Postage Stamps

Artifact ID1989.968.21

Date before 1981

Medium cardboard, ink, paper, adhesive

DimensionsOverall H 11 in x W 14 in x D 1/4 in (27.9 cm x 35.6 cm x 0.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionA square piece of cardboard displays a rectangular yellow label with horizontal black text in the center. It is surrounded by colorful insect-themed stamps.
Historical NoteIn 1981, commemorative stamps were auctioned as part of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum dedication ceremonies. Stamps that didn't sell, like this item, became part of the museum's collection.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteThese stamps were part of an auction on September 16, 1981 for the dedication of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. Items donated by First Lady Betty Ford and auctioned off benefitted the Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, CA. Items donated by President Gerald R. Ford and auctioned off benefitted the Gerald R. Ford Commemorative Committee Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI. Stamps that didn't sell became part of the museum's collection.

National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)

National Archives Catalog SeriesSundry Artifacts (74627594)

Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly

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Collections

Ford Museum Collection