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Maltese Cross Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Maltese Cross Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Maltese Cross Brooch

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.021265
Object Type Pendant
Gifter
Brand (Founded 1899)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (sterling silver), gemstone (pearl, marchesite ?), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 1 1/4 in x D 1 1/2 in (1 cm x 3.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionSterling silver stylized Maltese cross pendant decorated with inlaid gray gemstones and pearls. On the reverse is a pin-back.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2013.
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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