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Original Design for the Presidential Medal of Freedom Miniature Decoration and Device
Original Design for the Presidential Medal of Freedom Miniature Decoration and Device

Original Design for the Presidential Medal of Freedom Miniature Decoration and Device

Artifact IDMO 78.226c
Object Type Drawing
Date 1963
Maker (United States Army)
Medium ink on paper
DimensionsOverall H 10 in x W 8 in (25.4 cm x 20.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionThree original designs of the Presidential Medal of Freedom miniature decoration and eagle device glued to cardstock. They are schematic drawings of the miniature decoration, both obverse and reverse, detailing color and components, and detail of the eagle device.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1978.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Institute of Heraldry, United States Army
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPost Presidential Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676966)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy 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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