Necklace with Replica Ancient Coin Medallion
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.699029.1
Object Type
Necklace
Brand
Shami Jewelry
(Founded 1994)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
metal (silver, unknown), gemstone (turquoise, unknown), textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 1 1/2 in x D 9 5/8 in (1 cm x 3.8 cm x 24.4 cm )
Necklace Chain L 17 1/2 in (44.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionReplica ancient coin medallion pendant on a brown cord. The medallion has raised Arabic script on the obverse in 14-karat gold and dark gray metal with inset small gemstones and an oval-shaped turquoise stone at the bottom center. The reverse has the side profile of a person's face with text around it. Necklace Chain L 17 1/2 in (44.5 cm )
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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