Kennedy Half Dollar Mounted in Quartz Crystal and Gold as Paperweight
Artifact IDMO 2006.5
Object Type
Sculpture
Date
coin minted: 1964
Maker
United States Mint
Maker
David Webb Inc.
(Founded 1948, New York)
Medium
Silver, 18Kgold, quartz
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/2 in x W 3 3/4 in x D 7 in (11.4 cm x 9.5 cm x 17.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionJohn F. Kennedy half dollar proof set in a natural quartz crystal cluster. The design for the half dollar is based on the profile portrait of President Kennedy from the Inaugural Medal. Around the coin's upper rim is the word "Liberty"; "In God we trust" is embossed across lower portion with mint date underneath.
The half dollar coin is set into a quartz crystal and gold base designed by David Webb Inc. The coin is mounted into the center of a natural piece of quartz crystal framed by golden rays of the sun emiting around the edge of the coin. The entire piece of quartz is set into a gold base with a rococo cloud design curling up around bottom. The underside of the gold base is engraved in Mrs. Kennedy's handwriting: "Thank You Douglas love Jackie".
The half dollar coin is set into a quartz crystal and gold base designed by David Webb Inc. The coin is mounted into the center of a natural piece of quartz crystal framed by golden rays of the sun emiting around the edge of the coin. The entire piece of quartz is set into a gold base with a rococo cloud design curling up around bottom. The underside of the gold base is engraved in Mrs. Kennedy's handwriting: "Thank You Douglas love Jackie".
Historical NoteC. Douglas Dillon was nominated by President John F. Kennedy to be the 57th Secretary of the Treasury. He served from January 21, 1961 to April 1, 1965.
The half dollar proof was given to Mrs. Kennedy by the Secretary of the Treasury, Douglas Dillon who was appointed by President Kennedy. Mrs. Kennedy had David Webb Inc. set the coin into the decorative base and she then gave it back to Mr. Dillon as a gift. Mrs. Douglas Dillon donated the coin to the John F. Kennedy Library after her husband's death.
Additional DetailsThe half dollar proof was given to Mrs. Kennedy by the Secretary of the Treasury, Douglas Dillon who was appointed by President Kennedy. Mrs. Kennedy had David Webb Inc. set the coin into the decorative base and she then gave it back to Mr. Dillon as a gift. Mrs. Douglas Dillon donated the coin to the John F. Kennedy Library after her husband's death.
Custodial History NoteThe half dollar proof was given to Mrs. Kennedy by the Secretary of the Treasury, Douglas Dillon who was appointed by President Kennedy. Mrs. Kennedy had David Webb Inc. set the coin into the decorative base and she then gave it back to Mr. Dillon as a gift. Mrs. Douglas Dillon donated the coin to the John F. Kennedy Library after her husband's death.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Mrs. Douglas Dillon
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 StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.In Collection(s)
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