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Signed NFL Players Football Helmet
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signed NFL Players Football Helmet
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signed NFL Players Football Helmet

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.694206.1
Object Type Helmet, Football
Manufacturer (Founded 1929)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium plastic, metal, rubber, foam, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 9 1/4 in x W 9 in x D 12 1/2 in (23.5 cm x 22.9 cm x 31.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white Riddell brand football helmet with NFL Players Civic Champions logo on one side and NFL Players Real Champions logo on the other side. The helmet is signed by team members of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The helmet has a black face guard.
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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