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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Belt Buckle - Pony Express 125th Anniversary
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Belt Buckle - Pony Express 125th Anniversary

Artifact ID1985.00365.01
Object Type Buckle, Belt
Gifter
Maker (Wichita, KS)
Date 1985
Medium Metal (bronze)
DimensionsOverall: 1 x 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (2.5 x 6.4 x 8.9 cm)
Physical DescriptionA bronze oval shaped belt buckle commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Pony Express. On the front of the felt buckle is a small image of a man riding a horse along with the text "Pony EXPRESS April 3rd 1860-1985 125" along with 13 stars. Stamped into the back of the belt buckle is text stating, "SOLID BRONZE LIMITED EDITION NO 022 OF 1250 THE BUCKLE SOURCE WICHITA, KS."
Historical NoteThe first Pony Express ride began in St. Joseph, MO on April 3, 1860 and ended in Sacramento, CA, on April 14, 1860. The Pony Express, a system of relay riders rode across eight states and delivered mail between Missouri to California in an average time of only 10 days. Before the telegraph, the Pony Express was the most direct and practical means of east-west communications.
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.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
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.
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