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Cuban Rum
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Cuban Rum
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Cuban Rum

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.117520.a-c
Object Type Bottle, Serving
Brand (founded 1970)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium glass, alcohol, plastic, cork, adhesive, metal, ink, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Case) H 14 1/8 in x W 10 1/4 in x D 8 7/8 in (35.9 cm x 26 cm x 22.5 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Bottle) H 9 1/4 in x W 4 5/8 in x D 4 5/8 in (23.5 cm x 11.7 cm x 11.7 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Extra Stopper) H 2 1/2 in x W 2 in x D 2 in (6.4 cm x 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionDiamond-shaped glass bottle containing Ron Santiago de Cuba Rum 500 with an additional stopper and a presentation case. The bottle has printed gold text and has a pointed bottom and faceted stopper made from black plastic and cork. The extra stopper is clear glass. The case is black with beveled edges and clear windows. The pedestal for the bottle of rum has three pointed prongs and the interior of the box is matte gold.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama's trip to Cuba in March 2016.
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 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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