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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Thompson Chain-Reference Bible
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Thompson Chain-Reference Bible

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688047
Object Type Bible
Date 1993
Medium leather, paper, ink, adhesive, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 2 in x W 6 3/4 in x D 9 1/2 in (5.1 cm x 17.1 cm x 24.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover Bible with a burgundy leather cover. In the lower right-hand corner of the cover there is a gold inscription to President Barack Obama. The page edges are of gold gilt and there is an attached red ribbon bookmark.
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 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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