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1988.1086-1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.1086-1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Cabin Trivet
1988.1086-1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.1086-1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Cabin Trivet

Artifact ID1988.1086.1
Object Type Trivet
Gifter
Maker (Franklin, OH)
Date 1975
Medium metal, paint
DimensionsOverall H 4 3/4 in x W 5 3/4 in x D 1 in (12.1 cm x 14.6 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionMetal cabin-shaped trivet features a chimney, five windows, and a door. Roof displays several lines of raised text. Along the base of house, to proper right and left of door respectively, are the numbers "1776" and "1976."Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Ford and First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. 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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