The Carters favored using pieces of the Lincolns' "solferino" (purple-rimmed) china for special occasions. Although famous for their red and gold service, the Reagans also enjoyed using the Lincoln china. The Clintons did not take delivery of their state service until near the end of President Clinton's second term.
The Carters preferred using fragments of the Lincolns' "solferino" (purple-rimmed) china on special occasions. Although renowned for their red and gold service, the Reagans also enjoyed using the Lincoln china. The Clintons did not receive their state service until near the end of President Clinton's second term.