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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Wooden Handweight
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Wooden Handweight

Artifact ID1984.01027.01
Date January 19, 1984
Medium Wood, Metal (brass)
Dimensions9 1/2 × 4 in. (24.1 × 10.2 cm)
Physical DescriptionA wooden handweight with seven gold-toned springs (7 lbs), with a brass plaque engraved “TO PRESIDENT REAGAN, THE NATION NEEDS YOUR STRONG GRIP” on one side and "FROM CHAIRMAN GEORGE ALLEN 1-19-84 P.C.P.F.S." on the other.
Historical NoteIt was given by George Allen at a reception for members of The President’s Council on Physical Fitness, White House State Dining Room, January 19, 1984.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum 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.