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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Team USA Swim Cap Signed by Simone Manuel
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Team USA Swim Cap Signed by Simone Manuel

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.126652
Object Type Cap, Bathing
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Inscriber (American, 1996)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Medium rubber (latex), ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 7 3/4 in x W 9 3/8 in (23.8 cm x 19.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlack swim cap with a printed American Flag and the word "Obama" in white text on the front and signed on the back in gold pen by Simone Manuel.
Inscriptions and MarkingsReverse: To the First Family! Thanks for being an inspiration! Simone Manuel USA 2016
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2016 Olympic Reception at the White House.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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