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1987.631; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.631; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Leather Eagle Plaque
1987.631; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.631; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Leather Eagle Plaque

Artifact ID1987.631
Object Type Plaque, Decorative
Gifter
Maker (Winston-Salem, NC)
Date ca. 1976
Medium leather, paint, wood, polish
DimensionsOverall Diam 12 in x D 1 in (2.5 cm x 30.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA round scalloped wooden plaque features an image of a bald eagle on hand-tooled leather. It stands on a shield-shaped American flag with outstretched wings. Decorative round designs are scattered throughout the background.
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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