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Umbrella-Shaped Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Umbrella-Shaped Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Umbrella-Shaped Brooch

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.118647
Object Type Brooch
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1937)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (sterling silver), glass
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 1 5/8 in x D 4 in (1 cm x 4.1 cm x 10.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionSterling silver umbrella-shaped brooch with a curving handle and a piece of round blue glass on the right of the canopy.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the U.S.- Nordic Leaders Summit at the White House on May 13, 2016.
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
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 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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