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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administ…
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration MO 2009.3.216
Grey Vest
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration MO 2009.3.216

Grey Vest

Artifact IDMO 2009.3.216
Object Type Vest
Date 1955-1963
Medium Wool
DimensionsOverall center back L 21 1/4 in (54 cm)

Physical DescriptionGrey plain weave wool single breasted vest with six buttons. Vest has four front welt pockets and cotton and grey silk lining fabric,
Historical NoteThe plain weave twill grey custom tailored vest belonged to President Kennedy, part of his personal wardrobe.
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 by the Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy 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 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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