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

Necklace with Star-Shaped Beads for Malia Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687962.2.a-c
Object Type Set, Jewelry
Brand (Founded 2002)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Artist/ Maker (American)
Medium metal, glass (crystal)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Necklace) H 1/4 in x W 5 in x D 9 1/8 in (0.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 23.2 cm )
 Necklace Chain (.a: Necklace) L 17 1/4 in (43.8 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b-c: Earring) H 1 7/8 in x W 1/2 in x D 3/8 in (4.8 cm x 1.3 cm x 1 cm )
Physical DescriptionNecklace and earring set with faceted blue and clear five-pointed star-shaped crystal beads throughout. The necklace is composed of three silver chain strands adorned the crystal stars. The innermost chain has the largest star bead in the center. The earrings are both composed of a single silver chain that have one clear star bead at the bottom.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia 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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