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Wood City and County of Honolulu Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Wood City and County of Honolulu Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Wood City and County of Honolulu Trinket Box

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.718135.13
Object Type Box, Trinket
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium wood, felt, metal, adhesive, enamel
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 1/4 in x W 11 7/8 in x D 5 1/2 in (10.8 cm x 30.2 cm x 14 cm )

Physical DescriptionWood box with the seal of the city and county of Honolulu on the top. The seal depicts a coat of arms with the ocean, a mountain, and a beach in the background. The interior is lined with green felt.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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
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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