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Bronze Medal with Roman Travertine Finish
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Bronze Medal with Roman Travertine Finish
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Bronze Medal with Roman Travertine Finish

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.081571
Object Type Medal
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal (bronze), plaster (mortar), pigment
DimensionsOverall (Velvet Frame) H 1 1/8 in x W 13 1/4 in x D 13 1/4 in (2.9 cm x 33.7 cm x 33.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionMedal designed in cast bronze set in a plaster frame. The medal depicts the St. Peter's Square and Basilica and has an artistically designed border with patina. The frame has a Roman travertine finish and is decorated with leaves and vines encircling the medal. The frame is attached to a red velvet backing that also functions as a stand.
Historical NoteReceived during President Barack Obama's visit to Vatican city where he met with Pope Francis on March 27, 2014.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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 Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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