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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administ…
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration
United States Charm
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration

United States Charm

Artifact IDMO 2020.4
Object Type Pendant, Charm
Date 1960
Medium 14K gold
DimensionsOverall W 1 in (2.5 cm )

Physical Description14K gold Charm in the shape of the United States. Front of charm stamped with outlines of 48 states. Engraved “FOR/ MAGGIE/ JOHN F. KENNEDY/ PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN/ 1960” on back.

Historical NoteThe charm belonged to Margaret (“Maggie”) Ronayne Hahn (1921-2010). Mrs. Hahn was a volunteer for the senatorial and presidential campaigns of John F. Kennedy from 1952-1960. Her work involved organizing coffees and teas in support of Kennedy. The charm was presented to her in thanks for her work on the 1960 campaign.
Additional Details
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Moira Hahn
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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