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Signed 1963 Loyola University Men's Basketball Team Ball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signed 1963 Loyola University Men's Basketball Team Ball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signed 1963 Loyola University Men's Basketball Team Ball

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07232013-4-1
Object Type Basketball
Manufacturer (Founded 1914)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium rubber, adhesive, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D Diam 9 3/8 in (23.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionSigned Wilson basketball commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1963 Loyola University Men's Basketball team winning the NCAA Championship in 1963. One half of the ball is white and bears a maroon, orange, and yellow logo along with signatures of seven members of the team. The reverse of the ball is dark orange.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a ceremony at the White House to honor the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 Loyola University Ramblers championship title and acknowledge the key role the Ramblers played in breaking down racial barriers.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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
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