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Wood Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Wood Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Wood Trinket Box

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.749688
Object Type Box, Trinket
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium wood, ceramic, metal, paint, varnish
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 2 5/8 in x W 8 1/2 in x D 6 1/2 in (6.7 cm x 21.6 cm x 16.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWooden box with painted design of soldiers on a ceramic tile on the lid with gold-colored trim around the tile and the outer edge of the lid. There are four gold-colored feet on the bottom and a gold-colored lock on the front.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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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