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The Arthashastra
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The Arthashastra

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.690719.1
Object Type Book
Medium paper, ink, adhesive, leather
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/8 in x W 6 in x D 8 3/4 in (5.4 cm x 15.2 cm x 22.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover edition in 3/4-bound red-toned cloth/leather. Title and author name stamped on the spine in gold; decorated with ‌gold lines, diamonds and blind-stamped filigree.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: For President Barack Obama With warmest regards [Manmohan Singh signature] Prime Minister of India
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a bilateral meeting with Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of India, during the G20 London Summit in 2009.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (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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