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Silver Cylindrical Decorative Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Silver Cylindrical Decorative Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Silver Cylindrical Decorative Box

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.120197.a-b
Medium metal (silver)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5 3/8 in x Diam 3 5/8 in (13.7 cm x 9.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionSilver cylindrical decorative box with a removable lid. Imprinted throughout the box are curling decorative motifs and repeating geometric line patterns. Stamped on the bottom of the box is a repeating floral pattern.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working lunch at the White House with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi on June 7, 2016 .
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to the First Family 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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