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United States Two Dollar Bill
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
United States Two Dollar Bill
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

United States Two Dollar Bill

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.703922.2
Object Type Money, Paper
Manufacturer (Established 1792)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Date 1976
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 2 7/8 in x W 6 1/8 in (15.6 cm x 7.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionUnited States two dollar bill with a portrait of President Thomas Jefferson on the front framed by a decorative trim and with identifying marks of legal tender. On the reverse of the bill there is a depiction of John Trumbull's painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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