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World Map Crystal Decanter
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World Map Crystal Decanter

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.763903.a-b
Object Type Decanter
Manufacturer (Founded 1972)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium glass, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Decanter with Stopper) H 8 7/8 in x W 3 3/4 in x D 3 3/4 in (22.5 cm x 9.5 cm x 9.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCrystal decanter with a removable stopper. The decanter has a gold-colored grid throughout with a world map overlaid on top of it. The stopper has a square-shaped top.
Inscriptions and MarkingsFrosted on bottom: Atlantis
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit hosted in Lisbon, Portugal in November 2010. The gifter is the general manager of the hotel where President Obama stayed during the summit.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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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