Centennial of the University of Washington Medal
Artifact IDMO 63.1760
Object Type
Medal, Commemorative
Date
1961
Gifter
Dr. Charles Odegaard
Medium
10 K gold
DimensionsOverall Diam 2 1/2 in (6.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold medallion with "University of Washington 1816 " engraved around outer edge. Reverse engraved: "To John Kennedy President of United States in grateful appreciation for his participation in the academic convocation on the occasion of the centennial of the University of Washington November 18, 1961"
Historical NoteThis medallion was presented to President Kennedy on the centennial of the University of Washington on November 18, 1961 in Seattle.
Additional DetailsCustodial 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 LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Public (National Archives Identifier 1677327)
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 the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
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