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Silver Letter Opener with Cord
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Silver Letter Opener with Cord
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Silver Letter Opener with Cord

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.074603
Object Type Opener, Letter
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal, fiber
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/8 in x W 3/4 in x D 14 in (0.3 cm x 1.9 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionSIlver-toned metal letter opener with a repeating rounded lattice design in the center and a corded maroon tassel at the end.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's birthday.
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 66540607)
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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