Purple Heart Christmas Tree Ornament
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.106724
Object Type
Ornament, Holiday
Designer
Ann Hand, LLC
(Founded 1988)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Manufacturer
The Charleston Mint
(Founded 1974)
Date
2015
Medium
ceramic (porcelain), metal, paint, textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 1/8 in x Diam 2 1/2 in (7.9 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionWhite bauble ornament with a gold-toned cap at the top. Painted on the front of the ornament in purple and gold is a depiction of the Purple Heart medal. Painted around the sides of the ornament is an exaggerated depiction of the United States Flag with the blue and white starred canton on the right.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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