Labradorite Jewelry Set
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06192012-7-1.a-d
Object Type
Set, Jewelry
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
stone (labradorite, unknown), metal (silver)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Necklace Clasped) H 1/2 in x W 9 1/8 in x D 4 3/4 in (1.3 cm x 23.2 cm x 12.1 cm )
Other (Necklace Chain Length) L 20 1/2 in (52.1 cm )
Overall - 3D (Bracelet Clasped) H 1/2 in x W 4 in x D 4 in (1.3 cm x 10.2 cm x 10.2 cm )
Other (Bracelet Chain Length) L 10 1/4 in (26 cm )
Overall - 3D (Earrings) H 2 in x W 1 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (5.1 cm x 3.8 cm x 1 cm )
Physical DescriptionLabradorite and sterling silver jewelry set consisting of a necklace, bracelet, and earrings. The necklace and bracelet each have entwined strands of small labradorite stones that connect on either side to a strand with larger circular silver-toned metal beads and larger labradorite stones. The silver chains have a maple leaf charm and a pinecone charm. The earrings each have a row of clear gemstones on the front of the clasp, which connects to a silver hoop with a circular labradorite teardrop pendant in the center.Other (Necklace Chain Length) L 20 1/2 in (52.1 cm )
Overall - 3D (Bracelet Clasped) H 1/2 in x W 4 in x D 4 in (1.3 cm x 10.2 cm x 10.2 cm )
Other (Bracelet Chain Length) L 10 1/4 in (26 cm )
Overall - 3D (Earrings) H 2 in x W 1 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (5.1 cm x 3.8 cm x 1 cm )
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2012 G8 Summit held at Camp David, Maryland.
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
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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