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1987.242; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.242; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Styrofoam Christmas Ornament
1987.242; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.242; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bicentennial Styrofoam Christmas Ornament

Artifact ID1987.242
Object Type Ornament, Christmas Tree
Gifter
Maker (Kidron, Ohio)
Date ca. 1976
Medium Styrofoam (TM), sequin, ribbon, plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall Diam 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA spherical Christmas ornament covered with iridescent sequins displays horizontal blue and red text across the front. Pins and pearls fasten horizontally red, white, and blue striped ribbon to the top and bottom.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in December 1976 on the occasion of America's Bicentennial.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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