Brock Magiscope Microscope
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.718498
Object Type
Microscope
Manufacturer
Brock Optical
(Founded 1987)
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Medium
metal, plastic, glass, adhesive, cork, paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 10 3/8 in x W 3 3/4 in x D 4 1/2 in (26.4 cm x 9.5 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionMicroscope with brass toned tube held by a red metal arm and base. The objective lens has a 4x strength while the eyepiece is 5x magnification. Illumination for viewing is concentrated through a curved acrylic tube attached to the bottom of the stage. Underneath the stage is an inscription with information about the microscope.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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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