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Commemorative Ballpoint Pen
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Commemorative Ballpoint Pen
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Commemorative Ballpoint Pen

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.118681.a-b
Object Type Pen, Ballpoint
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D (With Cap) H 5/8 in x W 5/8 in x D 5 1/2 in (1.6 cm x 1.6 cm x 14 cm )
Overall - 3D (Without Cap) D 4 7/8 in x Diam 1/2 in (12.4 cm x 1.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionA pen (.a) with a blue body with black stripes. At the bottom end is a gold and black band. The end opposite the writing point is black. The cap (.b) is black with a gold tip and clip.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official state visit to Germany in April 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
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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