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Silver and Onyx Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Silver and Onyx Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Silver and Onyx Jewelry Set

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.111153.a-c
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium gemstone (onyx), metal (silver)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Necklace) H 1/2 in x W 6 1/8 in x D 5 in (1.3 cm x 15.6 cm x 12.7 cm )
Necklace Chain L 16 1/2 in (41.9 cm )
Overall - 3D (Earrings) H 5/8 in x Diam 1 1/4 in (1.6 cm x 3.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionJewelry set of sterling silver and orange onyx. Includes a necklace (.a) with onyx stones and five interspersed ornate silver beads and round clip earrings (.b-c) with centered onyx inside silver decorated with wave designs.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official working visit to the White House by Indonesian President Joko Widodo on October 26, 2015.
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
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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