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University of Connecticut Huskies Basketball Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
University of Connecticut Huskies Basketball Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

University of Connecticut Huskies Basketball Jersey

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.119482
Object Type Jersey, Basketball
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (polyester), rubber
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 25 in x W 18 3/4 in (47.6 cm x 63.5 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size 42 Garment Size (42 )
Physical DescriptionWhite University of Connecticut women's basketball jersey. On the front of the jersey is the team name and number "11" made of navy blue patches with red trim. The proper right has a patch in the shape of the letter "A" and the Nike swoosh while the proper left has a patch in the shape of the United States flag. The reverse has navy blue and red trim patches for the number "11" and "Obama" embroidered in navy blue. Dyed on the back of the jersey is a star filled design with the UConn Husky at the bottom center.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a ceremony at the White House on May 10, 2016 to honor the 2015 NCAA Women's Basketball Champion UConn Huskies. This was their fourth consecutive NCAA championship.
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 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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