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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 vest, MO 2009.3.318
Men's Cream Vest
credit John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration, John F. Kennedy's vest, MO 2009.3.318

Men's Cream Vest

Artifact IDMO 2009.3.318
Object Type Vest
Date 1950-1963
Maker (American bespoke tailors)
Place MadeNew York, New York, Untied States
Medium linen
DimensionsOverall L 21 in (53.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionMen's off white plain weave linen vest, double breasted with notched lapels and four front pockets. 8 Buttons.
Historical NoteThis authentic vest is a garment from the personal wardrobe of President John F. Kennedy.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis vest was previously owned by John F. Kennedy. It was received by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in 1995 and held in courtesy storage. It was then donated to the Library 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 Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation
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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