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Handmade Beret
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Handmade Beret
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Handmade Beret

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.690817.1
Object Type Beret
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium fiber (acrylic), plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 11 3/8 in x W 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm x 28.9 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCream knit beret with colorful pony beads woven in concentric circles from the widest point of the hat to the opening. Near the hat's opening there are two beads with the letters M and O.
Inscriptions and MarkingsYarn label retained for object file.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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
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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