JFK's Dublin, Ireland Presentation Piece
I recently acquired this specimen from the family of a Department of State officer who served at the American Embassy in Dublin, Ireland in 1962. The presentation case, with presidential seal, is the first of its kind that I have seen that houses a Kennedy POTUS sGm.
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Well worn Copper
Level 5
I happened to be watching the PBS special on Robert F. Kennedy the other night and he was the first person to reach the summit of Mount Kennedy. There were photos of RFK on the summit and among the things he left there were a book of JFK's inaugural address as well as a specimen of the exact JFK presentation medal pictured.
DrDarryl
Level 4
Great! I did not know that. I need to watch this PCS special!
CoinLady
Level 6
Lovely medal. Was any paperwork included? So historical
Mike
Level 7
The Kennedy's heritage was traced to Ireland we have a great relationship with them. I bet there is more.
Kepi
Level 6
Congratulations on this new piece! I love that it has the original case as well. Thanks for your blog!
Longstrider
Level 6
Very nice addition to you collection. I remember that trip. It was a big deal.. Thanks!
Big Nub Numismatics
Level 5
It almost looks exactly like the modern half dollar, funny how that turned out. A nice piece to add to your collection, congrats!