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Firenze Medallion with Cross
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.
Firenze Medallion with Cross
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.

Firenze Medallion with Cross

Artifact IDMO 74.313.1
Object Type Medal
Date 1967
Place MadeLucca, Italy
Medium Bronze
DimensionsOverall Diam 2 3/8 in (6 cm)
Physical DescriptionBronze medal is embossed on obverse with a crucifixion of Christ with Saints Peter and Paul looking on. Reverse is embossed with a crown resting on a shield with the word Libertas beneath.
Historical NoteThis medal was given to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy by Mayor Marinelli of Lucca, Italy, in July 1967 during her trip to Italy.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was given to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1974.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction Status(not assigned)
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