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Leather Camp David Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Leather Camp David Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Leather Camp David Jacket

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.127044
Object Type Jacket
Manufacturer (Founded 1922)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2012
Medium leather (sheep), textile (acetate, wool, synthetic), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 61 in x W 29 1/2 in (74.9 cm x 154.9 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size L
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlack leather bomber jacket with "Camp David" and a depiction of the Presidential Seal embroidered in black thread over the proper left vest. The wrists, inner neck, and waist have ribbed stretch fabric. At the collar there are two buttons. There is a central zipper with an attached leather pull for closing the jacket. The flap on the reverse of the jacket has a scalloped edge at the bottom.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEmbroidered over proper left chest: CAMP DAVID [Presidential Seal] Embroidered on inner proper right flap: President Obama G8 Summit 2012 Camp David
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
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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