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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Silver Menorah with Lions
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Silver Menorah with Lions

Artifact ID1984.01465.03
Object Type Menorah
Gifter
Date before 1984
Medium Metal (silver)
Dimensions11 × 11 in. (27.9 × 27.9 cm)
Physical DescriptionA silver menorah, hanukiah. The back panel has two repoussé lions holding a crown and an inscription in Hebrew, which reads Ha'nerot halalu kodesh hem, which means these candles are sacred, which is part of a prayer sung after the candles are lit.
Historical NoteIt was a gift to President Reagan for his 73rd birthday in 1984.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public 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.
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.
Country/CultureGreece
In Collection(s)
Exhibition HistoryChristmas Around the World (2009), Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
Related LinksMonday Minute: Menorahs (Season 1)
Monday Minute: Menorahs (Season 6)
Monday Minute: Hanukkah