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Brown Bib Necklace
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Brown Bib Necklace
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Brown Bib Necklace

Artifact IDFL2013.2.b
Object Type Necklace
Date 2009
Medium gemstone (quartz, tiger's eye), glass (crystal), textile (silk, synthetic)
DimensionsOverall W 7 1/2 in x L 11 1/2 in x D 3/4 in (19.1 cm x 1.9 cm x 29.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionBib necklace tied with a brown ribbon. The necklace is embellished with faceted amber and smoky quartz, polished round tiger's eye, and faceted rectangular crystals over brown and clear seed beads backed with brown silk.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this necklace at the Indonesia State Dinner on November 9, 2010.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
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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