United Nations Peace Bell Necklace
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.716722.3
Object Type
Necklace
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Pendant) H 1/2 in x W 2 in x D 2 in (1.3 cm x 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm )
Overall - 2D (Chain) L 18 1/4 in (46.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionOverall - 2D (Chain) L 18 1/4 in (46.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold colored chainlink necklace with a replica of the United Nations Peace Bell for the pendant. The pendant has part of the shrine structure with with bell in the center.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on reverse of bell: UNITED
NATIONS
PEACE
BELL
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 DetailsNational 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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Not on view
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