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Necklace with Star-Shaped Beads
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Necklace with Star-Shaped Beads
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Necklace with Star-Shaped Beads

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687962.1.a-c
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Gifter
Brand (Founded 2002)
Artist/ Maker (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium metal, glass (crystal)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Necklace) H 3/8 in x W 6 1/4 in x D 12 3/4 in (1 cm x 15.9 cm x 32.4 cm )
 Necklace Chain (.a: Necklace) L 19 1/4 in (48.9 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b-c: Earring) H 3 in x W 3/4 in x D 5/8 in (7.6 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionNecklace and earring set with faceted five-pointed star-shaped crystal beads throughout. The necklace is composed of four silver chain strands adorned the crystal stars. The outermost chain has the largest star bead in the center. The earrings are both composed of three silver chains adorned with the star beads and have the largest star at the bottom.
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
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