Presidential Blackberry World Edition
Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.5.71
Object Type
Telephone, Cellular
Manufacturer
BlackBerry Limited
(Founded 1984)
Medium
metal, plastic, rubber, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5/8 in x W 2 5/8 in x L 4 1/2 in (1.6 cm x 6.7 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionSilver Blackberry World Edition smartphone. Blackberry has a clear plastic screen, center-mounted trackball, and a 35-key keyboard with "squishy" keys. Headphone jack and mini-USB ports are present next to the power button on the left side, volume button on the right.Historical NoteThis item was used 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
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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