American Flag Scarf
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686674
Object Type
Scarf
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Date
ca. 2009
Medium
fiber, plastic, adhesive, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 68 7/8 in x W 10 7/8 in (27.6 cm x 174.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionCrocheted American flag scarf. The thirteen red and white stripes run vertically along the length of the scarf, with the blue canton in one corner. Both sides of the blue section feature glued-on mirrored stars, and one side also has silver oval charms with engraved words: Serenity, Peace, Destiny and Live Life.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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 DetailsNational 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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