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Washington Mystics Basketball Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Washington Mystics Basketball Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Washington Mystics Basketball Jersey

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.119439
Object Type Jersey, Basketball
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1949)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (polyester), plastic (vinyl)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 31 in x W 21 5/8 in (54.9 cm x 78.7 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size Large
Physical DescriptionNavy blue Washington Mystics basketball jersey with red detailing and white letters. The front of the jersey has the team name, logo, sponsor logos, and the number "45". On the back of the jersey is "45 Obama". At the nape of the neck there is an orange WNBA logo.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama participating in a conversation with her brother Craig Robinson and his ESPN colleague Michael Wilbon at the 2016 Project Play Summit.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to 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
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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