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Said to be based on the Temple of Love in the gardens of Versailles, the Old Well is a small rotunda structure located on the grounds of the University of North Carolina. The Old Well has become a symbol for UNC, and as such has come to be treated as a Trademark of the University.

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The University of Wisconsin owns trademarks in the design of chairs featured on campus. The design of the Wisconsin University chairs, including the flower “burst” design are registered trademarks with the US Patent and Trademark office. The university chairs (and other trademarks) should be avoided in content intended for commercial use, however may be acceptable in

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A particular design of the US Million Dollar Bill (not featured above) was created by Gene Dowdle, and has registered copyright. This design is not suitable for commercial or editorial use.   More information can be found on the website here: https://officialmilliondollarbill.com/about_us___history  

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The US National Arboretum is a botanical garden devoted to trees, and is located in Washington DC. The columns (a notable feature of the arboretum), originally supported the old East Portico of the United States Capitol, however were relocated to their current place after an expansion of the US Capitol took place. Imagery of the

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US state welcome signs often contain trademarked components including phrases, artwork and design.  Because of this, they are not suitable for commercial use  These signs are acceptable in editorial.   This would also include city or town welcome signs and possible other road signs which would also fall into the same trademark protection and would only

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Van Shoes are a popular brand of “skate shoe”, often well-known for their unique style and flat-sole design. The checkered pattern and design featured left are registered trademarks of Van Doren Rubber Company. Content where any Vans product is a main focus or subject is unsuitable for commercial use.  Van products may be acceptable in

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Velib is a Paris-based community bicycle program where residents and visitors can participate in on-street bike rentals. Imagery where Velib bikes are the main focus is not suitable for commercial use, however may be suitable for editorial use.

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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a national memorial located in Washington D.C., honoring the service of U.S. Armed Forces who fought in the Vietnam War. Content featuring the memorial is unsuitable for commercial use. Release is required for content intended for editorial purposes.

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Now considered a children’s toy, the Viewmaster was originally created as a way to enjoy stereograms (essentially miniature photos placed on a paper backing or disk, where identical images are viewed two at a time to present the illusion of a single three dimensional image).  Imagery of the Viewmaster are not suitable for commercial use.

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Located in Richmond Virginia, USA, this property is governed by The Virginia Historical Society, and was built from materials that originally were the Warwick Priory; a 16th century priory located in Warwick England. Imagery of the property are not suitable for commercial use. Content may be suitable for editorial use provided consent is obtained. 

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