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Black and White Journal and Bookmark
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black and White Journal and Bookmark
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black and White Journal and Bookmark

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685032.2.a-b
Object Type Journal
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Date 2008
Medium paper, textile, plastic, foam, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: book) H 7/8 in x W 5 3/4 in x D 8 1/4 in (2.2 cm x 14.6 cm x 21 cm )
 Overall - 2D (.b: bookmark) L 1 1/4 in x W 10 1/2 in (26.7 cm x 3.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack hardcover journal (.a) with white and silver circular designs present throughout the cover. There are silver embroidered designs and silver sequins attached to the front cover. There is a matching white bookmark (.b) with three strands of brown ribbon with a single white plastic bead attached to the end of each ribbon.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2009 White House Superbowl Party.
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
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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