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Navy Blue Beret
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Navy Blue Beret
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Navy Blue Beret

Artifact IDMO 85.9
Object Type Hat
Date 1961
Date Worn9/19/61
Maker (American, founded 1899)
Designer (Fashion Designer, American, 1932-1990)
Medium Wool knit, felt, grosgrain ribbon
DimensionsOverall H 5 in x Diam 9 in (12.7 cm x 22.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA beret in navy wool knit with a navy grosgrain ribbon.
Historical NoteThis beret was worn by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy during the welcoming ceremonies for President Manuel Prado of Peru.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem is from the personal collection of Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in 1985.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
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.
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