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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Texas Flag Cuff Links
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Texas Flag Cuff Links

Artifact ID1964.9.7 (A-B)
Object Type Link, Cuff
Date GiftedFebruary 23, 1964
Medium White gold, ruby, sapphire,
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 1 1/4 in (2.5 cm x 3.2 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWhite gold cuff links, each with two adjoined rectangles decorated with a Texas flag design in rubies, diamonds, and sapphires.
Historical NoteThese cufflinks were sent to President Lyndon B. Johnson by His Excellency Adolfo Lopez Mateos, President of the United Mexican States on February 23, 1964, after a state visit.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis item was a gift from a foreign official to President Lyndon B. Johnson during his 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 1969 for deposit with the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Credit LineHis Excellency Adolfo Lopez Mateos, President of the United Mexican States
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
Historical Dates
  • February 23, 1964
Not on view
Place Gifted