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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Turtle Charm
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Turtle Charm

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.763772.2
Object Type Charm
Medium textile (silk, synthetic), paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/2 in x W 2 5/8 in x D 10 1/4 in (1.3 cm x 6.7 cm x 26 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPurple turtle-shaped charm with a rectangular body to be attached to the outside of a gift. There is a braided loop attached to its mouth. Three smaller turtles are attached to its tail area. Back is embroidered with a scene depicting a lily pond and two ducks and Korean text.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's official visit to Seoul, South Korea, for the 2010 G20 Summit in November 2010.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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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