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credit John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records A…
credit John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration, John F. Kennedy's tuxedo vest, MO 2009.3.257.2
Grey Tuxedo Vest
credit John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration, John F. Kennedy's tuxedo vest, MO 2009.3.257.2

Grey Tuxedo Vest

Artifact IDMO 2009.3.257.2
Object Type Vest
Date 1955-1963
Medium wool, satin, metal
DimensionsOverall L 20 1/2 in (52.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionGrey napped wool twill weave single breasted vest with six buttons. Vest has a flat notched collar, four front welt pockets, pointed front hem, back belt with metal buckle closure. Full satin weave lining.
Historical NoteThis authentic vest from the personal wardrobe of President John F. Kennedy was worn with his Tail coat (MO 2009.3.257.1)
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis vest was previously owned by John F. Kennedy. It was received by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1995 and held in courtesy storage until it was donated in 2009 by the Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy through the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PartlyUse Restriction Notepermission to use image must be granted by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. please address requests to Museumjfk@nara.govUse Restriction Noteimage use is to be approved of by Museum staff on a case by case basis, image is not for sale by Getty, Almay, or other profit seeking photography sites.
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