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White House "Mess" Napkin Ring Used by Ted Sorensen
White House "Mess" Napkin Ring Used by Ted Sorensen

White House "Mess" Napkin Ring Used by Ted Sorensen

Artifact IDMO 2008.1.4
Object Type Ring, Napkin
Date 1961-1963
Medium Silver
DimensionsOverall H 3/4 in x W 2 3/4 in x D 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 7 cm x 1.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionOval silver napkin ring engraved "Ted Sorensen" in capital lettering on recto and "White House Staff Mess" flanked by two anchors on verso.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by Theodore C. Sorensen, Special Council to President Kennedy in 2008.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Theodore C. Sorensen
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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