1989.549.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
New Jersey Bicentennial Medal
Artifact ID1989.549.1 a-b
Object Type
Medal, Commemorative
Date
ca. 1976
Medium
metal, textile
DimensionsOverall (a)(ribbon and medal) H 3 in x W 1 1/2 in x Diam 1 1/4 in (7.6 cm x 3.8 cm x 3.2 cm )
Overall (b)(box) H 1 in x W 3 3/8 in x D 2 5/8 in (2.5 cm x 8.6 cm x 6.7 cm )
Physical Description(a) A golden medal features a raised image of man's profile, surrounded by text; it hangs from a red, white, and blue vertically stripped ribbon.Overall (b)(box) H 1 in x W 3 3/8 in x D 2 5/8 in (2.5 cm x 8.6 cm x 6.7 cm )
(b) A rectangular blue box is lined with white fabric on the interior of the lid, and the bottom portion is padded with blue fabric.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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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