Lot 72
Kennedy, Jacqueline. Size 10AA gold-embroidered beige evening slippers worn by Jackie Kennedy on the trip to France where she charmed the French and President Kennedy made the remark, "I'm the man who accompanied Jackie on this trip." Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Jane Abbate of Maryland, January 22, 1981, explaining to Raleigh DeGeer Amyx that the slippers "came to me by way of Secret Service Agent John J. O'Leary, better known as 'Muggsy.' We were friends for more than ten years. He is mentioned in numerous books and articles. Muggsy also served President Kennedy prior to his election; that is, while he served in the United States Senate. Caroline and John John were particularly fond of him. The evening slippers…were worn by Jackie Kennedy on the trip to France where she received so much attention because she looked so beautiful…." At the lower left corner of the letter is a note from President Kennedy's personal secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, "Muggsy was a dear friend of mine and when he said these items are authentic, I believe him. Evelyn Lincoln."
Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.
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