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Sterling Silver Necklace with Quartz Bead
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Sterling Silver Necklace with Quartz Bead
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Sterling Silver Necklace with Quartz Bead

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.754955.2
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (sterling silver), stone (quartz)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/2 in x W 1 in x D 17 3/4 in (1.3 cm x 2.5 cm x 45.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionSterling silver chain necklace. At the bottom hangs a circular pendant with a mottled pink quartz bead in the center. Around the circle is the text "Save the Earth." Hanging from the circle and stone bead is a leaf-shaped metal piece.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the Canadian Women of Distinction Brunch during the 2010 G8/G20 Summit in Canada in June 2010.
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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