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1988.266 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.266 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Medal
1988.266 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.266 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Medal

Artifact ID1988.266 a-b
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Gifter
Designer (Arlington Heights, IL)
Date ca. 1975
Medium metal, textile, cardboard
DimensionsOverall (a)(coin) Diam 2 in (5.1 cm )
 Overall (b)(box) H 1 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 2 1/2 in (2.5 cm x 6.4 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical Description(a) A silver and bronze medal depicts a figure and motifs that are associated with American history.

(b) A square blue presentation box is lined with white fabric on the interior of the lid and is cushioned with blue fabric on the bottom portion.
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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