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USS Illinois Ceramic Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
USS Illinois Ceramic Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

USS Illinois Ceramic Bowl

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.125779
Manufacturer (Founded 1893)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2016
Medium ceramic, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5 in x Diam 9 5/8 in (12.7 cm x 24.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionCream white ceramic bowl made by Pickard China with metallic gold line around the rim and foot. One side bears the crest of the United States Navy, and the other bears the coat of arms of the USS Illinois SSN 786, which was commissioned in 2016. Text is printed inside one side of the rim.
Historical NoteReceived by the First Lady at the commissioning of the USS Illinois, which she attended on October 29, 2016.
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 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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