Lot 73
Kennedy, Jacqueline. Gold-toned filigree jewelry box with clear glass top, owned by Jackie Kennedy. The delicate jewelry box is just over 2 inches in height and 2½ inches in diameter. It was given to Clara Richardson in December 1963 when Mrs. Kennedy was moving out of the White House so the Johnsons could move in. Mrs. Richardson was a White House maid from 1959 to 1979. The provenance is written on a 2½ x 4 in. card imprinted with a blue Presidential Seal and "The White House / Washington," dated May 26, 1985 and signed by Mrs. Richardson. A photograph of Mrs. Richardson holding the jewelry box is included.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $748 |
