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Gold and Coral Brooch
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Gold and Coral Brooch

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06162011-49-1
Object Type Brooch
Brand (Founded 1881)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Gifter
Medium metal (gold), gemstone (coral)
DimensionsOverall H 5/8 in x W 1 1/2 in x D 2 1/4 in (1.6 cm x 3.8 cm x 5.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionGold-toned metal brooch composed of a body of three thick wire "stems" and adorned with intricate leaves and three coral colored flowers.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on reverse: B&S [crown] 750 m
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official visit to the United Kingdom by President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama in May 2011.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle 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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