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29 Bill Signing Pens
29 Bill Signing Pens

29 Bill Signing Pens

Artifact IDMO 2005.16.2.2a-cc
Object Type Pen
Date 1955-1963
Maker (English, Founded 1856)
Place MadeUnited States, North America
Medium Stainless steel, plastic
DimensionsOverall H 6 1/4 in x W 1/2 in (15.9 cm x 1.3 cm )
Physical Description29 steel nib pens with black plastic grip and translucent plastic handle. Nibs are marked "Esterbrook 2668 Made in USA".
Historical NoteThese siging pens were used by President Kennedy to sign bills, orders, and treaties.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteOwnership of this item was aquired by the National Archives and Records Administration through court order. It was orginally government property.
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 SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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