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American Legion Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
American Legion Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

American Legion Pin

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2018.1.114
Object Type Pin, Lapel
Medium metal, enamel
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x Diam 1 1/4 in (1 cm x 3.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCircular pin with the logo of the American Legion at center with a cutout separating it from the surrounding gold-toned metal border. The Legion logo features a blue star at center, with a circular blue border surrounding it. There is a border of metal geometric sun rays on the outermost edge of the logo. The center of the logo connects to the surrounding circle of the rest of the pin with two strips of blue enamel.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed along upper outer edge of obverse: IN THE SPIRIT OF GOD AND COUNTRY VETERANS MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES Inscribed in center of obverse: WE SERVE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
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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