Pink Coat
Artifact IDMO 63.1298
Object Type
Coat
Date
1961-1962
Date Worn3/12/1962
Designer
Oleg Cassini
(Fashion Designer, American, born France, 1913-2006)
Place MadeUnited States, North America
Place WornNew Delhi, India, Asia
Medium
Alaskine
DimensionsOverall: 42 1/2 in. (108 cm)
Physical DescriptionA bright pink silk and wool coat with "Nehru" collar and slit pockets at hips. This coat has a plain front with hidden buttons.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy wore this pink coat during her arrival in New Delhi, India on March 12, 1962 during her state visit.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteItem is from the personal collection of President and Mrs. Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum 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
Place WornNew Delhi, India, Asia
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 76055728)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction NotePlease contact the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation for permission to use this image.Subjects
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