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Two Book Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Two Book Trinket Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Two Book Trinket Box

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.762325.2
Object Type Box, Trinket
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal, adhesive, foam, textile, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 3/4 in x W 11 1/8 in x D 8 5/8 in (9.5 cm x 28.3 cm x 21.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionOrnate silver clad box designed to look like two books. There are leaf and flower decorations throughout along with four elephants on the lid. The interior is lined with purple synthetic textile. The box sits on four black plastic circular feet and alson has one on the back of the box for it to rest on when it is open.
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 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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