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Ruby Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ruby Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ruby Jewelry Set

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.695843.2.a-e
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Manufacturer (Founded 1891)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (silver), gemstone (diamond, ruby)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Earrings) H 2 1/2 in x W 1 1/8 in x D 5/8 in (6.4 cm x 2.9 cm x 1.6 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Ring) H 1 1/4 in x W 1 in x D 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm x 2.5 cm x 3.2 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Bracelet) W 1 1/2 in x D 3/8 in x L 7 3/4 in (3.8 cm x 1 cm x 19.7 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Necklace) H 9 in x W 6 3/8 in x D 1/4 in (22.9 cm x 16.2 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionJewelry set consisting of: one pair of earrings [a-b], a ring [c], a bracelet [d]; and a necklace [e] with ruby and diamond insets backed to silver metal and gold accents. The earrings have four rubies each, one centered and three dangling down. A series of small pointed oval diamonds surround the rubies and link them together. The ring has three rubies, a larger stone is centered with another above and below it. Gold bands keep the stones in place and the rubies are rimmed with diamonds of various shapes. The bracelet has multiple rubies, with a large one in the center. Above and below the central gem there are three teardrop-shaped stones followed by another oval piece. Gold clips keep the rubies in place. Square and pointed oval diamonds decorate the rest of the strap. Twenty-two oval and teardrop rubies decorate key points of the necklace. The rubies are linked together with silver chains of square diamonds.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's first official visit to Saudi Arabia in June 2009.
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
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
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