1991.62.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bicentennial Flag Necklace

Artifact ID1991.62.1

Date 1976

Medium metal, enamel

DimensionsOverall (Chain) L 8 in x W 1/16 in (0.2 cm x 20.3 cm )
Overall (Pendant) H 1 1/8 in x W 1 in x D 1/16 in (2.9 cm x 2.5 cm x 0.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionA pendant features a row of silver stars that are attached to two intersecting enameled flags: an American flag and a blue flag. It hangs from a silver chain.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in 1976 on the occasion of America's Bicentennial.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 1991.

Credit LineDonor unknown

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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Bicentennial Materials