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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Time for Change Brooch
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Time for Change Brooch

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.690822
Object Type Brooch
Medium metal, adhesive, resin
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 2 in x D 2 3/4 in (1 cm x 5.1 cm x 7 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHandmade brooch with a pinback. The front is decorated with 2008 pennies and clock charms that are surrounded by decorative borders of round silver beads. Interspersed throughout are the letters, B, M, and S along with the number 4.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEtched into reverse: TO: MICHELLE OBAMA TIME FOR CHANGE 1.20.2009 EHG
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
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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