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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Model of Ship Called Nancy R
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Model of Ship Called Nancy R

Artifact ID1983.32240.01a-b
Maker (Morgan City, LA)
Date 1981-1983
Medium Wood
Dimensions5 1/2 × 8 in. (14 × 20.3 cm)
Physical DescriptionA ship-in-a-bottle (01a) scene set in front of a small village with four houses, a church, and a lighthouse. Taped to the side of the bottle are two handwritten notes stating, “MADE FOR PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN MADE BY JOHN C. CARBONELL, SR 12-10-82." The bottle is set on a wooden base (01b) with two wooden ores wrapped with rope around the edges.
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 - Fully
Use Restriction Note© John Carbonell
Copyright or other proprietary rights are 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 these 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.