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1989.102; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.102; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Belt Buckle
1989.102; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.102; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Belt Buckle

Artifact ID1989.102
Object Type Buckle, Belt
Gifter
Maker (Oak Park, IL)
Date 1976
Medium metal
DimensionsOverall H 2 in x W 3 1/2 in x D 1/2 in (5.1 cm x 8.9 cm x 1.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA bronze-colored metal belt buckle features raised images of two men, in profile view, flanking the Liberty Bell. There is raised curvy text above and below them. Engraved text decorates the buckle's border.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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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