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White House Portico Tuxedo Studs
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White House Portico Tuxedo Studs
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White House Portico Tuxedo Studs

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.119330.a-d
Object Type Stud, Shirt
Artist/ Maker (Founded 1988)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal (silver, gold)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (a.-b: North Portico, Individual Stud) H 1/2 in x W 3/8 in x D 1 in (1.3 cm x 1 cm x 2.5 cm )
Overall - 3D (.c-d: South Portico, Individual Stud) H 1/2 in x W 1/4 in x D 1 in (1.3 cm x 0.6 cm x 2.5 cm )

Physical DescriptionSet of four gold-gilded tuxedo studs two of which are in the shape of the North Portico of the White House (.a-b) and two of which are in the shape of the South Portico of the White House (.c-d).

Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The 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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