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Navy Blue and Gold Scarf
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Navy Blue and Gold Scarf
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Navy Blue and Gold Scarf

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.14.b
Object Type Scarf
Designer (American, 1959)
Brand (Founded 1981)
Date 2015
Medium textile (wool), metal, plastic, glass
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat, Maximum) L 75 3/4 in x W 7 7/8 in (20 cm x 192.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionNavy blue wool melton bouillonné scarf with gold embroidery. Scarf is folded at the back of the neck and wraps around the front of the shoulders, crossing back over itself, with ends of the scarf snapping in the middle. Embroidered and embellished with gold circular sequins, coated glass beads, and hollow metal oval-shaped beads in botanical patterns. Reverse is plain navy wool.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this scarf at the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 3, 2015.
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 First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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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