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Limited Edition Presidential Parka
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Limited Edition Presidential Parka
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Limited Edition Presidential Parka

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.711250.2
Object Type Jacket
Brand (Founded 1924)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (polyester, viscose, cotton, elastane), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 47 in x W 58 1/2 in (148.6 cm x 119.4 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size (X-Large)
Physical DescriptionNavy blue hooded Belstaff parka with interior attached vest created for world leaders at the 2009 G8 Summit. The jacket has a drawstring at the reverse waist, exterior pockets on the chest and waist, and dark gray fasteners throughout. The jacket has an Italian flag and G8 logo embroidered on a patch on the right breast pocket. There is a metal Belstaff logo attached to the upper left arm. The inner vest is black and zips up.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2009 G8 Summit held in L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy.
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 66540607)
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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