Original John F. Kennedy PT-109 tie clip. Clip measures 1.5″ long, with “Kennedy” printed near the bow and the clasp stamped “Jolle.” Accompanied by a copy of a letter of provenance from the wife of the recipient. Letter reads, in part: “This clip of PT-109 belonged to my late husband, Eugene L. Dawson. It was presented to him by President John F. Kennedy…He was running for President at the time. My husband operated a wholesale family business…at new Fanuel Hall in Boston. Senator Kennedy was making a campaign speech there. After his speech, he presented my husband with the Kennedy PT 109 clip.” In fine condition. Accompanied by three letters from Ted Kennedy to Mr. or Mrs. Dawson (one signed, two printed signatures), two Senate passes issued to the Dawsons, a printed note to Mrs. Dawson from Gerald Ford, and a candid photo of a young Ted Kennedy posing with three young ladies, including Mrs. Dawson. RR Auction COA.
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