Presidential Challenge Coin
Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.2.61
Object Type
Coin, Challenge
Medium
metal, enamel
DimensionsOverall H 1/8 in x Diam 1 3/4 in (0.3 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionBronze-toned Presidential challenge coin with the POTUS seal in relief on the obverse. The seal has a blue band with writing around the eagle. The shield is also enamel, painted red, white, and blue. The reverse has the relief image of the White House with POTUS signature underneath and a blue enamel ring around the edge.Historical NoteThis is an example of a challenge coin given by President Barack Obama during his 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
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regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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