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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Collection of Bead Necklaces
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Collection of Bead Necklaces

Artifact ID1992.65.4
Object Type Necklace
Date 1976
Medium thread, fabric, plastic, glass
DimensionsOverall H 17 in x W 3 1/2 in (43.2 cm x 8.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionA black and white necklace features a white pendant with a yellow, red, and black symmetrical design.

A pendant in the shape of an arrowhead with an image of an eagle on it is bordered by red beads and hangs from a black cord.

A pendant made up of multiple circles in a variety of colors hangs from a black and white beaded cord and has long tassels which also feature colored beads.

A white pendant with a red circle and black lines bordering it hangs from a brown beaded necklace and features long, colorful tassels.

A red, white, and blue pendant features a symmetrical design and hangs from a white beaded necklace. It features tassels in the same colors.
Historical NoteThe Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe of South Dakota gifted these five beaded necklaces to President Ford to commemorate the American Bicentennial in 1976.Additional Details
Credit LineGift of Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe
National Archives Catalog SeriesSundry Artifacts (74657250)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
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