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1987.243.1 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.243.1 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Elephant Eating Peanut Pin
1987.243.1 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.243.1 b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Elephant Eating Peanut Pin

Artifact ID1987.243.1 b
Object Type Pin, Lapel
Gifter
Maker
Date ca. 1976
Medium metal
DimensionsOverall D 1/2 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA silver pin features the head of an elephant surrounded by a silver circle. Its eyes are closed as it feeds itself a golden peanut.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. 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 SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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