Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Scales of Justice
Artifact ID1982.00224.01
Object Type
Scale
Gifter
John A. Rarick
Maker
John A. Rarick
(Orwigsburg, PA)
Date
c. 1982
Medium
Wood (mahogany, poplar), Metal (brass)
Dimensions19 1/2 × 18 × 5 1/2 in. (49.5 × 45.7 × 14 cm)
Physical DescriptionA set of balance scales made of inlaid mahogany and poplar woods in a geometric design. Each side is hanging from a set of brass chains, and there is an eagle shaped finial on the top. On the back center is a small brass plaque lettered “ORWIGSBURG, PA.”Historical NoteThe scales were sent to President Ronald reagan to help him "balance the budget."
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.
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 - Fully
Use Restriction Note© John A. Rarick
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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.
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