Gold Cuff Links
Artifact ID1967.6.3 (B)
Object Type
Link, Cuff
Gifter
Haile Selassie I
White House visitFebruary 13, 1967
Medium
Gold
DimensionsOverall H 7/8 in x W 7/8 in (2.2 cm x 2.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionYellow gold cufflinks with a disc that has a raised fluted edge. Centered "Lion of Judah" on a stone wall against a stippled or florentined background. No quality mark. Given with tie clasp 1967.6.3 A. Presented personally during informal WH visit February 13-14, 1967.
Historical NoteThese “Lion of Judah” gold cuff links were given to President Johnson by His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I, Emperor of Ethiopia during an informal visit to the White House on February 13-14, 1967. The “Lion of Judah” is one of the titles of Solomonic Emperors of Ethiopia, and due to its association with Selassie, it continues to be an important symbol among members of the Rastafari movement.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)
Historical Dates
- February 13, 1967
Not on view
Subjects
Place Gifted
