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Humanism in Medicine Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library.
Humanism in Medicine Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library.

Humanism in Medicine Pin

Artifact SeriesPost Presidential Collection
Artifact ID2019.1.2
Object Type Pin, Lapel
Manufacturer (Founded 1988)
Date 2019
Medium metal
DimensionsOverall Diam 3/4 in x H 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold colored lapel pin from the Gold Humanism Honor Society. The pin reads "Humanism in Medicine" in the outer ring around a center image of a stethoscope.
Historical NoteThe pin was originally attached to the medical lab coat that was signed by President Barack Obama during a campaign event on September 10, 2012 at the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City, Iowa.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item was acquired personally by the donor and donated to the Obama Presidential Library in 2019.Additional Details
Credit LineGift of Dr. Shadee Giurguis
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPost Presidential Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
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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