University of Connecticut Huskies Basketball Jersey

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University of Connecticut Huskies Basketball Jersey

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts

Artifact IDDO.119482

Object Type Jersey, Basketball

Manufacturer Nike, Inc. (Founded 1964)

Intended Recipient President Barack Obama (American, 1961)

Gifter University of Connecticut Women's Basketball Team

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 Description

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 reception at the White House to honor the 2016 NCAA women’s basketball champions, the UConn Huskies, on May 10, 2016.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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