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

Caboose Cuff Links

Artifact ID1973.8738.1 (A-B)
Object Type Link, Cuff
Medium Silver
DimensionsOverall H 7/8 in x W 5/8 in (2.2 cm x 1.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSilver rectangular cuff links with embossed back-view drawing of train car. Swivel bar back. Manufacturer's mark on bar.
Historical NoteThese caboose cuff links were one of President Johnson’s “giveaway” items. The caboose may be in reference to Lady Bird Johnson’s whistle stop campaign through southern states.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis item was donated by Lyndon Baines Johnson to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum on April 30, 1973.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog Series[[missing key: artifacts.series.link-official-presidential-material]]
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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Not on view
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