John F. Kennedy Memorial Medal
Artifact IDMO 63.1781
Object Type
Medal, Commemorative
Date
1963
Medium
22K Gold
DimensionsOverall Diam 1 1/2 in (3.8 cm)
Physical DescriptionGold medal with high relief of face of President Kennedy on obverse. Reverse: in relief has the Presidential, Navy and Massachusetts seals along with a side view of PT 109 and dates 1945, 1946, 1961-1963, and 1941-1960 (dates of service).
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteItem was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy received by the Executive Office of the President after the death of President Kennedy in 1963, it was transferred to General Service Office and held until donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
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 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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