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1990.40 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1990.40 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Jade Gerald R. Ford Necklace
1990.40 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1990.40 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Jade Gerald R. Ford Necklace

Artifact ID1990.40 a-b
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Date before 1975
Medium jade, metal, fabric, cardboard
DimensionsOverall (a Chain) L 15 in x W 1/8 in (0.3 cm x 38.1 cm )
 Overall (Pendant) Diam 1 1/4 in x D 1/4 in (0.6 cm x 3.2 cm )
 Overall (b Box) H 1 in x W 2 3/4 in x D 3 in (2.5 cm x 7 cm x 7.6 cm )
Physical Description(a) A carved jade pendant features a raised image of President Gerald R. Ford's face. It hangs on a golden chain.

(b) A small square red box is lined with white fabric and cushioned with red fabric.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in March 1975.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 SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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