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Green Stone Tree Pendant
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Green Stone Tree Pendant
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Green Stone Tree Pendant

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.754463.2.a-c
Object Type Necklace
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (silver), stone, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Pendant) H 1/4 in x W 1 1/8 in x D 2 1/8 in (0.6 cm x 2.9 cm x 5.4 cm )
Overall - 3D (.b: Collar) H 7/8 in x W 4 7/8 in x D 5 3/8 in (2.2 cm x 12.4 cm x 13.7 cm )
Overall - 2D (.c: Chain, Unclasped) L 18 in x W 1/8 in (0.3 cm x 45.7 cm )

Physical DescriptionSterling silver necklace with green stone pendant (.a), collar (.b), and chain (.c). The pendant is oval-shaped with pointed ends and is embellished with a silver and black painted pine tree.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2010 G8 and G20 Summits hosted in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in June 2010.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential LibraryAdditional Details
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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