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Commemorative Liberty Dollar
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Commemorative Liberty Dollar
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Commemorative Liberty Dollar

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.5.11
Object Type Coin, Commemorative
Manufacturer (Established 1792)
Engraver
Engraver (American, 1970)
Date 2010
Medium metal (silver, copper)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Case) H 1/4 in x Diam 1 7/8 in (0.6 cm x 4.8 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Coin) H 1/8 in x Diam 1 1/2 in (0.3 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionCommemorative one dollar Liberty coin commissioned by the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) non-profit organization. The front is an image of the legs and boots of three veterans. The figure on the far right has only one leg propped up with crutches. The back depicts a forget-me-not flower at the base of a wreath wrapped in a ribbon that cradles and supports clusters of oak branches.
Historical NoteThis coin was presented to President Barack Obama by the Disabled American Veterans non-profit organization during a visit to the Oval Office on March 3, 2010.
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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