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1989.638.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.638.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Order of the Elks Bicentennial Plate
1989.638.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.638.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Order of the Elks Bicentennial Plate

Artifact ID1989.638.1
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Gifter
Maker (Fort Wayne, IN)
Date 1975
Medium metal, enamel
DimensionsOverall H 2 in x W 6 in (5.1 cm x 15.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA silver rectangular plate displays an image of an American flag, a red and blue number "76", and a blue logo, which features an elk. There are several lines of blue text throughout.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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