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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Shophouse Fanlight Necklace and Earrings
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Shophouse Fanlight Necklace and Earrings

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.122454.a-c
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Medium metal (rose gold, white rhodium), stone (rose quartz, garnet)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Necklace - Flat) H 1/8 in x W 1/2 in x D 12 1/2 in (0.3 cm x 1.3 cm x 31.8 cm )
Overall - 3D (Earrings - Flat) H 1/2 in x W 1/2 in x D 1 1/8 in (1.3 cm x 1.3 cm x 2.9 cm )
Other (Chain Length) L 20 3/4 in (52.7 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionNecklace and earring set with hanging emerald cut rose quartz piece held in rose gold plating topped with a fan containing depictions pink flowers with garnet set underneath the flowers. The end of the necklace chain is shaped like a flower.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official State Visit to the White House by Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on August 2, 2016.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Sasha Obama 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 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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