Cherry Blossom Tile Coaster

• National Archives Store Exclusive
• Made in Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.A
• 4 inches
• 100% authentic marble stone
• Non-skid cork back
• Gift boxed
• Each stone is hand-selected for quality.

• Product Description

• Exclusive to the National Archives Store, this unique coaster is made in the U.S.A. A wonderful reminder of the hope of spring, this delightfully cheery design is a lovely souvenir of Washington, D.C.’s remarkable cherry blossom season.

Given to the United States as a gift from Japan in 1912, the cherry blossom trees that surround Washington, DC’s Tidal Basin have become a beloved symbol of the United States’ friendship with Japan and of the capital city’s unique culture. The blooming of the cherry blossoms at the end of March attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

The holdings of the National Archives include historical photographs of the trees throughout the years, documents related to the planting ceremony in 1912, and materials related to the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.