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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, MO 2009.3.321.1
Charcoal Blazer
credit John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration, MO 2009.3.321.1

Charcoal Blazer

Artifact IDMO 2009.3.321.1
Object Type Blazer
Date 1950-1963
Maker (American, Custom Tailor, London, New York)
Place MadeNew York, New York, United States
Medium Wool
DimensionsOverall center back L 31 1/2 in (80 cm )

Physical DescriptionMen's charcoal wool single breasted blazer. Jacket has notched rolled collar and left lapel button hole, left chest welt pocket and two flap and welt front pockets. Jacket has two button closure. Sleeves have three buttons. Right front inside pocket with partial back lining. The lining has a lion and unicorn crest motif of the H. Harris label/ embroidered H. Harris
Historical NoteThis wool blazer belonged to President Kennedy, and was worn as part of his personal wardrobe.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis blazer was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 2009 by the Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis through the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. It was previously owned and worn by President Kennedy.
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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