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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Silver Dangle Earrings
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Silver Dangle Earrings

Artifact ID1966.8.4 (C-D)
Object Type Earring
Gifter
Gifter
Date ca.1960
Medium Copper, silver-plated
DimensionsOverall H 1 1/8 in x W 2 3/4 in (2.9 cm x 7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionEarrings. Silver-plated filgree rosette with large dangle, consisting of filigree fan-shape with triangular mesh below. The mesh is formed of 10 small rosettes linked with chain and then edged with 7 small pendant balls. Clip back. No markings. Part of set (1966.8.4 A-D). Transmitted through embassy.
Historical NoteThis silver chain bracelet was given to Lady Bird Johnson by His Excellency and Mrs. Mohamed Anwar El Sadat, President of the National Assembly of the United Arab Republic. Sadat was awarded a U.S. Congressional Gold Medal in 2018 in honor of his heroic achievements and courageous contributions to peace in the Middle East.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to the President, First Lady or member of the First Family during President Johnson's term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives on January 20, 1969 for deposit with the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 189698376)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Place Gifted
Egypt