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1992.44.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1992.44.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Gerald R. Ford's 1968 Republican National Convention Badge
1992.44.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1992.44.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Gerald R. Ford's 1968 Republican National Convention Badge

Artifact ID1992.44.1
Object Type Badge, Identification
Date 1968
Medium metal, ribbon, paint, enamel
DimensionsOverall H 6 in x W 1 3/4 in (15.2 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionThe top edge of a vertically striped red, white, and blue ribbon is attached to a golden eagle pin, which is attached to five horizontal golden bars that are connected by golden links. A round golden medallion hangs from the bottom; it features a raised image of an elephant on its hind legs, along with a decorative raised border and curved text around the perimeter.
Historical NoteThis is Gerald R. Ford’s badge from the 1968 Republican National Convention in Miami Beach, Florida. At the time, Ford was the House Republican Minority Leader and a permanent chairman of the Republican National Conventions.Additional Details
Custodial History NotePresident Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1992.
Credit LineGift of President Gerald R. Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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