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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.074862.a-f
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Manufacturer (Founded 1891)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium metal (white gold), gemstone (diamond, ruby), leather, shell
DimensionsPart a (Necklace) L 18 in x W 1/2 in x H 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 1.3 cm x 45.7 cm )
Part b (Ring) W 3/4 in x H 1 in (2.5 cm x 1.9 cm )
Overall (Watch) L 9 3/4 in x Diam 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm x 24.8 cm )
Overall (Brooch) H 5/8 in x D 3/8 in x L 1 3/4 in (1.6 cm x 1 cm x 4.4 cm )
Overall (Earring) H 1/2 in x W 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 1.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionA jewelry set consisting of diamond and ruby earrings [e-f], necklace with ruby and diamonds pendant [a], diamond ring [b] with ruby in the center, diamond brooch [d] in the shape of 3 hearts with rubies at the top of each heart, watch [c] with diamonds surrounding the face and diamond and ruby charms dangling around the outside and a red leather band.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Sasha 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
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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