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Mount Vernon High School Lapel Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Mount Vernon High School Lapel Pin
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Mount Vernon High School Lapel Pin

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688782.2
Object Type Pin, Lapel
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal, enamel
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x Diam 1 in (1 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSilver-toned metal circular lapel pin bearing the crest of Mount Vernon High School in Alexandria, Virginia. The crest is printed in maroon against a white circular background. Two rows of maroon text surround the circle.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved around outer edge of obverse: A CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE EST. 1939 Engraved in inner circle of obverse: MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL ESSE-NON-VIDERI
Historical NoteReceived by Fran Drescher at Women's History Month event in which she was an invited participant at the White House on March 19, 2009
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 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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