Pope Benedict XVI Key Chain
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.704223.2
Object Type
Chain, Key
Gifter
Pope Benedict XVI
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
metal (silver)
DimensionsOverall H 1/8 in x W 1 3/8 in x L 4 1/2 in (0.3 cm x 3.5 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA silver keychain with a pendant attached to a chain of thick links. On one side of the pendant is an engraved depiction of the Pope Benedict XVI and the other side is an engraved scene with Jesus with the 12 Apostles.Historical NoteThis item was a gift from Pope Benedict XVI following the President's visit to Italy and the Vatican in July 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (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 Obama Presidential Library. The 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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