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2004.502; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2004.502; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Light Bulb Christmas Ornament
2004.502; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2004.502; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Light Bulb Christmas Ornament

Artifact ID2004.502
Object Type Ornament, Christmas Tree
Gifter
Date 1974
Medium glass, paint, glitter, adhesive, metal
DimensionsOverall H 4 in x Diam 2 in (10.2 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue lightbulb displays hand-painted details including gold text decorated with red and green holly berries and red and white poinsettia flowers. Gold, red, and blue glitter decorates the metal cap. A small metal loop is attached to the top.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by a member of the general public to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in December 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford Administration. First Lady Betty Ford donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2004.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesSundry Artifacts (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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