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Multicolor Ceramic, Stone, and Glass Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Multicolor Ceramic, Stone, and Glass Jewelry Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Multicolor Ceramic, Stone, and Glass Jewelry Set

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688683.2.a-c
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium ceramic, paint, stone, glass, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Necklace) H 3/8 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 8 5/8 in (1 cm x 6.4 cm x 21.9 cm )
 Necklace Chain (.a: Necklace) L 19 in (48.3 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b-c: Individual Earring) H 2 3/8 in x W 7/8 in x D 3/8 in (6 cm x 2.2 cm x 1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlue, white, black, and red ceramic, stone, and glass beaded jewelry set. The set is composed of a necklace (.a) and matching earrings (.b-c). The necklace has ten ceramic beads painted with either a a floral pattern, a bird pattern, or a moon and stars pattern. Between the ceramic beads there are faceted black glass beads and round red stone beads. The end of the necklace has faux-pearl beads and dark spacer beads. The matching earrings have a larger ceramic bead painted with the bird scene and a single red stone bead.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
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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