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1989.772.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.772.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Philadelphia Bicentennial Pendant
1989.772.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.772.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Philadelphia Bicentennial Pendant

Artifact ID1989.772.1
Object Type Necklace
Maker
Gifter
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium metal, plastic, paper, cardboard, ink
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/4 in x W 2 1/4 in x D 1/4 in (10.8 cm x 5.7 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue and red metal bell hangs from a silver chain. Golden stars border the white cardboard that it is packaged in. The top of the package displays horizontal blue text and an image of the pendant.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in January 1976 on the occasion of America's Bicentennial. The pendant on the necklace was the official Philadelphia Bicentennial symbol.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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