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1989.353.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.353.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Thermometer
1989.353.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.353.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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Bicentennial Thermometer

Artifact ID1989.353.1 a-b
Object Type Thermometer
Gifter
Maker
Date ca. 1976
Medium metal, glass,cardboard, ink
DimensionsOverall H 8 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 1/2 in (20.3 cm x 6.4 cm x 1.3 cm )
Physical Description(a) A rectangular metal enclosure holds a thermometer. The top of the enclosure features a raised flying eagle surrounded by stars. Numbers and a laurel wreath are below it.

(b) Silver diagonal lines and text decorate a rectangular copper box.
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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