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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Guatemalan Coin Earrings
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Guatemalan Coin Earrings

Artifact ID1982.02727.02a-b
Object Type Earring
Gifter
Maker (Guatemala City, Guatemala)
Date 20th Century
Medium Metal (copper, nickel, silver)
DimensionsEach: 1 1/4 × 1 3/4 in. (31.6 × 44.85 mm)
Physical DescriptionA pair of silver earrings made from cupronickel Guatemalan coins. Each earring has a single 5 Centavos coin with a kidney wire soldered to the reverse. Three rings have been added, one on each side, and one on the bottom, from which hang silver charms in the shape of birds.
Historical NoteThe jewelry was given when the Reagans visited a number of Central and South American countries, including Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Honduras from November 30-December 4, 1982.
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.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Foreign Officials (National Archives Identifier 6816364)
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/CultureGuatemala
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