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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Camelback Chest
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Camelback Chest

Artifact ID1982.02784.01
Object Type Chest
Date 20th Century
Medium Leather, Metal (brass),
Dimensions9 × 7 × 16 in. (22.9 × 17.8 × 40.6 cm)
Physical DescriptionThis is a camelback-style chest with a hinged lid and pull-out drawer. It is covered in red leather with a gold-stamped abstract design. The hardware for the chest is brass plated.
Historical NoteThe chest originally held dates on a vine, and was sent through the Embassy of Tunisia.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Ronald Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President 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/CultureTunisia