Sampling of gifts to a president
By APFriday, June 26, 2009
Sampling of gifts to a president
Some gifts given last year to then-President George W. Bush by foreign leaders, according to the State Department. Presidents usually can’t keep pricey foreign gifts and these were turned over to the government.
Taxidermied lion and leopard, a zebra skin and a carved statue.
From Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete.
Estimated value: $18,200.
Silver and gold replica of Saudi palace on slab of malachite, navy suede robe with gold rope trim and mink lining, and King Abd al-Aziz Medal of Honor gold necklace.
From Saudi King Abdullah.
Estimated value: $32,000.
Black Mercedes mountain bike with extra parts and a Philips digital photo frame with an SD card holding photos from president’s trip to Germany.
From German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Estimated value: $4,687.
Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 4000 music system with speakers and remote control.
From Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen.
Estimated value: $5,195.
Silk Afghan rug.
From Afghan President Hamid Karzai.
Estimated value: $4,000.
Silver and gold dagger with belt and case; a silver and gold saber with diamonds and rubies on the hand guard, including belt and case; traditional brown farwa, or overcoat; the inscribed book “Back to Earth: Adobe Building in Saudi Arabia.”
From Saudi tourism official.
Estimated value: $4,589.
