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The Footprints in the Sand Flip Flop
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Footprints in the Sand Flip Flop
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Footprints in the Sand Flip Flop

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686757.1-4
Object Type Necklace
Brand
Medium metal (gold, sterling silver), glass (crystal)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/4 in x W 1/2 in x D 10 in (0.6 cm x 1.3 cm x 25.4 cm )
 Necklace Chain L 18 in (45.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionFour 24-karat gold necklaces with a flip-flop pendant. The pendants have engraved footprints on the sole and sterling silver straps with clear Swarovski crystals.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on reverse of charm: When you have seen only one set of footprints is when I carried you Engraved on reverse of charm loop: [copyright symbol] AD 925 Engraved on clasp: 925
Certificate of authenticity retained for object file.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their 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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