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Pearl Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Pearl Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Pearl Jewelry Set

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.082454.a-e
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Manufacturer (Founded 1891)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium gemstone (diamond, pearl), metal (white gold)
DimensionsPart a (Necklace) L 8 in x W 6 1/4 in x H 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 15.9 cm x 20.3 cm )
Part b (Bracelet) L 7 in x W 3/4 in x H 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 1.9 cm x 17.8 cm )
Overall (Ring) H 1 1/4 in x W 1 in x D 5/8 in (3.2 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.6 cm )
Overall (Earring) H 2 in x W 5/8 in x D 5/8 in (5.1 cm x 1.6 cm x 1.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionDiamond and pearl jewelry set, including necklace [a], earrings [d-e], ring [c] and bracelet [b]. Diamonds are arranged in flower shape, and large round pearls hanging accents. Necklace has seven pearls, one at the center at the longest point and three spaced out on either side. The ring, bracelet, and earrings have pearl accents.
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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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