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Penn State Fencing Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Penn State Fencing Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Penn State Fencing Jacket

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.760851
Object Type Gear, Fencing
Manufacturer (Founded 1933)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (polyamide, cotton), metal, plastic, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 24 1/2 in x W 59 5/8 in (151.4 cm x 62.2 cm )
Manufacturer's Size 50

Physical DescriptionWhite Uhlmann brand fencing jacket with angled zipper offset to left side. Penn State logo on left sleeve and "Penn State" on the right sleeve in dark blue. On the back is "Obama USA" in dark blue letters.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a reception at the White House to honor NCAA championship teams and student athletes on September 13, 2010.
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
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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