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Signing Pen for the New Start Treaty, 2011
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signing Pen for the New Start Treaty, 2011
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signing Pen for the New Start Treaty, 2011

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.5.18.a-b
Object Type Pen
Manufacturer (Founded 1846)
Date 2011
Medium metal, pigment
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a-b: Pen with Cap) W 1/2 in x L 5 1/4 in (1.3 cm x 13.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and silver CROSS brand pen used to sign the ratification of the New Start Treaty on February 2, 2011. The pen (.a) has a black barrel and grip section, as well as a silver tip and accent band that border the grip section. Printed in silver across the barrel is a Presidential Seal and President Barack Obama's signature. The cap (.b) is silver and has paralell grooves running most of its length as well as a clip.
Historical NotePresident Barack Obama used this pen to sign the instrument of ratification of the New Start Treaty on February 2, 2011.
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 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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