First Lady Michelle Obama presented special gifts to the spouses of APEC leaders Sunday reflecting the natural beauty and rich culture of Hawaii.
The exchange of gifts is a timeless act of diplomacy.
In one of the gifts, was an intricately designed orchid brooch handcrafted in sterling silver by award-winning Hawaiian artist Wayne Keeth.
The blossoms were specially selected for First Lady Michelle Obama on the occasion of APEC 2011.
Each brooch is presented in a Lauhala style box adorned with a fresh orchid blossom.
The gift boxes also contained hand-faceted Koa wood square cufflinks engraved with the words: "Made Exclusively for Michelle Obama."
Each pair of cufflinks is presented in a Lauhala style box adorned with a carved coconut decoration. The wood was made by Keith Maile and designer Kara Ross created the custom-made pair of Koa Wood and sterling silver cufflinks.
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