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Flower Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Flower Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Flower Brooch

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.121346
Object Type Brooch
Manufacturer (Founded 1909)
Gifter
Gifter
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 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 a gift from Mohammed VI, King of Morocco, and Princess Lalla Salma. It was given to First Lady Michelle Obama during her trip to Morocco to expand on the Let Girls Learn initiative 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 66540607)
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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