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1988.908 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.908 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Roanoke Valley Medallions
1988.908 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.908 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Roanoke Valley Medallions

Artifact ID1988.908 a-c
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium metal, textile, plastic
DimensionsOverall (a)(medallion) Diam 1 1/2 in x D 1/8 in (0.3 cm x 3.8 cm )
 Overall (b)(medallion) Diam 1 1/2 in x D 1/8 in (0.3 cm x 3.8 cm )
 Overall (c)(box) H 1 5/8 in x W 6 3/4 in x D 4 3/4 in (4.1 cm x 17.1 cm x 12.1 cm )
Physical Description(a) A golden medallion features a raised image of a man bordered by curved text.

(b) A silver medallion features a raised image of the state of Virginia bordered by curved text.

(c) A blue box is lined with white fabric on the interior of the lid, and the bottom portion is cushioned with blue fabric. The bicentennial logo is displayed on the white fabric in the center of the lid.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford and President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was maintained at the Executive Office of the President 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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