Akula Chronograph Watch
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686686.4
Object Type
Wristwatch
Manufacturer
Invicta Watch Group
(Founded 1837)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
metal (stainless steel), glass, leather
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 3/4 in x W 3 in x D 3 in (4.4 cm x 7.6 cm x 7.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionLadies watch that is steel and copper colored with a white faux alligator leather strap and copper colored latch. The center face has a white dial chronograph and copper colored hands and features. The reverse of the face is embossed "Invicta Russian 1959 Diver Akula" with the image of part of a submarine. Under the submarine is embossed "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea/ Come Hell or High Water."Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to 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
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 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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