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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Scale Model of ASE-300 Solar Panel
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Scale Model of ASE-300 Solar Panel

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.717722
Object Type Model, Scale
Date June 18, 2009
Medium metal, rubber, plastic, adhesive, glass, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 13 1/2 in x W 13 1/2 in x D 2 in (34.3 cm x 34.3 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSmall scale model of a standard ASE-300 solar panel in a metal frame with panels of blue solar cells on the front and a plate in the center with an inscription. Back of the panel has a plastic electric box and two rubber coated wires with alligator clips on the end.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText of plaque on obverse: To President and Mrs. Barack Obama Malia and Sasha Our hope for the Future of America from Your Schott Solar Family Billerica, Massachusetts June 18, 2009 Engraved on plastic electrical panel: ZJRH PV-RH0301 IP65 4mm2 1000v
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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
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