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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White Oakley Aviator Sunglasses
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White Oakley Aviator Sunglasses

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.010876.a-c
Object Type Sunglasses
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Manufacturer (Founded 1975)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal, plastic, paint, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a Sunglasses ) H 2 in x W 5 1/2 in x D 1 1/2 in (5.1 cm x 14 cm x 3.8 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b Pouch ) H 3 5/8 in x W 7 3/8 in x D 1/2 in (9.2 cm x 18.7 cm x 1.3 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.c Case) H 2 in x W 6 1/2 in x D 3 in (5.1 cm x 16.5 cm x 7.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWhite Oakley brand aviator sunglasses (.a) with semi-opaque black lenses and rubber over ears. The Oakley brand symbol is embossed on both temples in red. The sunglasses are accompanied with a microfiber pouch with drawstring (.b). The body is blue with the red and white edged outline at bottom. The Olympic logo is printed in the middle of the pouch. The sunglass clamshell case (.c) is lined with gray fabric with dark gray swirling lines. The Olympic logo is on the top and middle of the case. Underneath the logo is the white text that reads, "Oakley." The interior is lined with white microfiber.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2012 Summer Olympics.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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 Status(not entered)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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