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Medal Commemorating Chief Paramaconi
Medal Commemorating Chief Paramaconi

Medal Commemorating Chief Paramaconi

Artifact IDMO 63.1790
Object Type Medal, Commemorative
Date 1960
Place MadeVenezuela, South America
Medium Gold
DimensionsOverall Diam 1 3/16 in (3 cm)

Physical DescriptionGold medal commemorating Indians of Venezuela, Chief Paramaconi. Center of medal has low relief of the head of Paramaconi with "Caciques de Venezuela Paramaconi" engraved around outer edge. Reverse has condor holding arrows in claws. Reverse reads, "Caciques de Venezuela / Acunacion 1055 - 1960 / Inter - Change Bank Suiza".
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift from a member of the general public to the President and Mrs. Kennedy received by the Executive Office of the President betwen 1961-1963 and held by the General Service Administration until it was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohnJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
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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