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1988.994.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.994.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Framed Bicentennial Buttons
1988.994.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.994.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Framed Bicentennial Buttons

Artifact ID1988.994.1
Object Type Button, Political
Gifter
Designer (Nevada City, CA)
Date 1975
Medium paper, ink, metal, celluloid, textile, wood, paint
DimensionsOverall H 18 1/4 in x W 22 1/4 in x D 1 1/2 in (46.4 cm x 56.5 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwenty-five identical Bicentennial buttons are arranged in five rows, pinned to a burgundy background; a single larger button is above them. Each one features an image of The Great Seal of America. A golden rectangular frame encloses the display.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. 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 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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