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First Lady of USA Baseball Glove
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
First Lady of USA Baseball Glove
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

First Lady of USA Baseball Glove

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.099063
Object Type Glove, Baseball
Manufacturer (Founded 1922)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium leather (steer hide), fur, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5 1/2 in x W 11 5/8 in x D 8 1/2 in (14 cm x 29.5 cm x 21.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionCustom patriotic baseball glove with red and white leather on the back of the glove. The lacing throughout the glove is dark blue and the thread throughout is white with blue at the thumb and the pinky. The webbing of the glove is red and blue with embroidered white stars on the exterior. Embroidered beneath the webbing is an American flag. The interior of the glove is blue leather. Embroidered in the center of the pocket is a depiction of the eagle from the Great Seal of the United States. In white thread "First Lady of USA" is embroidered on the interior of the webbing. The back of the wrist has branding embroidered in white thread. The inner lining is black leather and black fur.

Brand: Easton
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 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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