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1988.977 b-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1988.977 b-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Purple Shoes with Golden Accents
1988.977 b-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1988.977 b-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Purple Shoes with Golden Accents

Artifact ID1988.977 b-c
Object Type Shoe
Gifter
Date before 04/1974
Medium fabric, trimming, thread, rubber
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/2 in x W 3 1/2 in x D 10 in (6.4 cm x 8.9 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical Description(b-c) A pair of dark purple backless velvet heels feature ornate gold appliqués.
Historical NoteAlgerian president Houari Boumediene gifted these heeled velvet slippers to Second Lady Betty Ford on April 12, 1974. The shoes are a traditional Algerian style and perfectly match the accompanying dress (1988.977 a).Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to Second Lady Betty Ford during the Nixon administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in 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 SeriesHead of State 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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