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Pearl and Garnet Necklace
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Pearl and Garnet Necklace
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Pearl and Garnet Necklace

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687535.3
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Maker (Burlington, NJ)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium gemstone (pearl, garnet), metal (gold), fiber
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 3/4 in x D 8 3/8 in (1 cm x 1.9 cm x 21.3 cm )
 Necklace Chain L 16 1/8 in (41 cm )
Physical DescriptionNecklace with small light gray black freshwater pearls, small garnet stone beads, and small gold beads with a rectangular faceted garnet pendant on a 14-karat gold setting.

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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