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2015 Stars and Stripes Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
2015 Stars and Stripes Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

2015 Stars and Stripes Box

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.2.81
Object Type Box, Decorative
Artist/ Maker
Date 2015
Medium glass, metal, paint, adhesive, rubber
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Closed) H 4 1/8 in x W 11 1/4 in x D 6 3/8 in (10.5 cm x 28.6 cm x 16.2 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Open) H 9 1/4 in x W 11 1/4 in x D 7 3/4 in (23.5 cm x 28.6 cm x 19.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack glass decorative box with a debossed depiction of the Presidential Seal in gold metal in the center of the lid. The sides of the box have gold metal leafing of alternating reflective and textured matte stripes. In the thick center matte stripe there is a row of raised reflective five-point stars. Engraved on the inside of the hinged lid is a gold-filled depiction of President Barack Obama's signature.

Historical NoteThis Stars and Stripes glass box is an example of the diplomatic gifts that the US Department of State would give to foreign leaders during the Obama Administration.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (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 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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