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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Franz Josef Strauss Commemorative Coin
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Franz Josef Strauss Commemorative Coin

Artifact ID1986.00035.02
Date 1985
Medium Metal
Dimensions1 9/16 in. (40.1 mm)
Physical DescriptionA commemorative coin for Franz Josef Strauss' 70th Birthday. The obverse of the coin depicts a profile of Franz Josef Strauss and text stating, "FRANZ JOSEF STRAUSS ZUM 70. GEBURTSTAG 6 September 1915 70 1985." The verso of the coin features a Coat-of-Arms and text stating "FRANZ JOSEF STRAUSS BAYERISCHER MINISTERPRASIDENT."
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy 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.
Country/CultureGermany