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Gold Medal of Remembrance
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Gold Medal of Remembrance
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Gold Medal of Remembrance

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2018.1.64
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Medium metal, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Medal) Diam 1 3/4 in x H 1/8 in (0.3 cm x 4.4 cm )
 Overall - 3D (Medal with Ribbon) H 17 1/2 in x W 1 3/4 in x D 1/8 in (44.5 cm x 4.4 cm x 0.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA brass-colored Medal of Remembrance attached to a purple ribbon. The circular medal features a star with a flame imposed over it at center, and with a wreath around the border. The purple ribbon has two stripes running parallel to each other, the lower band a single black stripe, and the upper band comprised of red, white, and blue. There are two metal snaps at the top of the ribbon.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on reverse: IN REMEMBRANCE OF YOUR FAMILY'S SACRIFICE FOR OUR COUNTRY
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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