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Framed 2015 World Meeting of Families Medal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Framed 2015 World Meeting of Families Medal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Framed 2015 World Meeting of Families Medal

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.109851
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Gifter
Medium metal, wood, textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 21 3/8 in x W 19 1/4 in x D 10 1/2 in (54.3 cm x 48.9 cm x 26.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionFramed bronze-toned medallion. The medallion depicts the Liberty Bell with a minimalist depiction of a family atop the bell. Wrapped around the top of the bell are the words "WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES" and below the bell are the words "Philadelphia 2015" with the artist's name to the right of "2015." Below the medallion is a gold-toned pin depicting the Coat of Arms of Pope Francis.

The medallion and pin are attached to a blue velour material that is surrounded by a wooden frame with a gold-toned and blue finish and an intentionally worn out look. The reverse of the frame has a stand that can fold out. Both the stand and back of the frame are covered in the same blue velour material as the front.
Historical NoteGiven during His Holiness Pope Francis' 2015 visit to Philadelphia for the 8th World Meeting of Families. He first stopped in Washington D.C. where he was greeted by President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Second Lady Dr. Jill Biden on September 22 and then he visited the White House on September 23. This was the first time the World Meeting of Families was held in the United States and also the first time that Pope Francis had been to the United States.
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. 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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