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Crest of the Military Wife
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Crest of the Military Wife
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Crest of the Military Wife

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07252013-39-1
Object Type Declaration
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium paper, ink, glass, wood, metal, adhesive, textile, enamel, felt
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 22 1/2 in x W 17 in x D 1 1/8 in (57.2 cm x 43.2 cm x 2.9 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA framed declaration describing the purpose and design of the Crest of the Military Wife. The text is written in a calligraphy font and has a metal seal for the United States Army. In the center bottom of the frame is a matted metal and enamel crest. The crest is in the shape of a heart with various symbols related to the life of a military wife.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the 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 SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 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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