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Necklace with Multiple Gemstones
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Necklace with Multiple Gemstones
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Necklace with Multiple Gemstones

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.690790.6
Object Type Necklace
Gifter
Brand (Founded 2006)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Designer (Huntington, NY)
Medium metal, gemstone (aquamarine, iolite, sapphire, topaz, tourmaline, quartz)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 1 1/2 in x D 10 1/4 in (1 cm x 3.8 cm x 26 cm )
 Necklace Chain L 18 3/4 in (47.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold chain necklace with numerous hanging purple, blue, and green faceted gemstones accented with long thin hanging gold beads. In the center of the necklace there is a large faceted piece of gray quartz.
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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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