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President Abraham Lincoln Christmas Tree Ornament
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
President Abraham Lincoln Christmas Tree Ornament
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

President Abraham Lincoln Christmas Tree Ornament

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.113147
Object Type Ornament, Holiday
Brand (Founded 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 1999
Medium metal (gold, brass), ceramic (porcelain), ink, adhesive, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 1/4 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 1/4 in (8.3 cm x 6.4 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionGold-toned metal hinged ornament with an inlaid porcelain oval-shaped medallion printed with a 1869 posthumous painting depicting President Abraham Lincoln. The ornament opens up to reveal geometric engravings and Union motifs surrounding the medallion.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on obverse: The White House Christmas 1999 Engraved on interior: THE UNION NOW AND FOREVER Engraved on reverse: President Abraham Lincoln 1861-1865 [copyright symbol] 1999 WHHA Made in USA [Abraham Lincoln Signature]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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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