Gift Details

For the President: 13.5" long gold dagger with a curved blade. Sheath is decorated with five emeralds, each surrounded by diamonds. Ivory hilt has one emerald surrounded by diamonds, and a cluster of diamonds at the top. Blade is decorated with Arabic calligraphy and symbols, $3000. For the First Lady and Chelsea Clinton: (1) 12.5" tall two-handled handpainted vase with brass banding, handles and applique, $250. (2) 10.5" tall handpainted ewer with brass base, handle, lip, and four applied geometric appliques, $200. (3) 8" tall handpainted ewer with brass base, lip and handle, $75; Recd--June 20, 2000; Est. Value--$3525; Archives Foreign.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. Government