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Medal Honoring the 40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
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Medal Honoring the 40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.05042011-3-1
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Date 2009
Medium metal (silver)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/8 in x Diam 1 5/8 in (0.3 cm x 4.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCommemorative silver medal issued by San Marino honoring the 40th anniversary of the moon landing. The obverse depicts American Astronaut Buzz Aldrin in a space suit standing on the surface of the moon next to the Lunar Module. The reverse depicts the mountainous landscape of San Marino with the First Tower of San Marino at the highest point.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on obverse, around outer edge: 40 ANNIVERSARIO DELLO SBARCO DELL UOMO SULLA LUNA Inscribed on obverse, along inner edge: 20 LUGLIO 1969 20 LUGLIO 2009 Inscribed on reverse, around outer edge: REPUBBLICA SI DAN MARINO Engraved on reverse: V. Sicilia
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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