Flower Brooch

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Flower Brooch

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts

Artifact IDFO.121346

Object Type Brooch

Medium metal (gold), gemstone (diamond, ruby)

DimensionsOverall H 3 1/2 in x W 3 in x D 1 in (8.9 cm x 7.6 cm x 2.5 cm )

Physical Description

Physical DescriptionGold-plated brooch in the shape of an intricate flower with diamonds and rubies. Large red stone at the center with a ring of small diamonds. Gold branches out in a swirling pattern where there are more larger diamonds in two rows along the edge. Three teardrop-shaped red stones hang at the bottom.

Historical NoteThis item was received from King Mohammed VI of Morocco and Princess Lalla Salma during First Lady Michelle Obama's trip to Morocco in June 2016.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Marian Robinson 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

National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)

National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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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