PT-109 Tie Clip
Artifact IDMO 67.235
Object Type
Clip, Tie
Date
ca. 1960
Medium
Gold-plated metal
DimensionsOverall H 1/2 in x W 2 in (1.3 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold-plated tie clip of PT-109 boat with "Kennedy" in black letters across bow.
Historical NoteThe PT boat tie clip was developed by Frank Allen for the 1960 presidential campaign of John F. Kennedy. Its design recalls President Kennedy's military experience as commander of the PT-109 in World War II, and was meant to remind voters of the leadership qualties Kennedy had displayed. The tie clips were made of different quality metals, depending on whether they were distributed during the campaign, given to visitors to the Kennedy White House, or passed out during presidential trips.
This clip was left by 3 year old John F. Kennedy Jr. at his father's grave on May 29, 1964 (the President's birthday).
Additional DetailsThis clip was left by 3 year old John F. Kennedy Jr. at his father's grave on May 29, 1964 (the President's birthday).
Custodial History NoteItem was owned by the Kennedy Family. It was left on the grave of President Kennedy and donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1967 by the Superintendent of Arlington National Cemetery.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesJohn F. Kennedy Memorial Collection (National Archives Identifier 1677008)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.In Collection(s)
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