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Lot #99
Jacqueline Kennedy

Jackie’s butterfly-print bathing suit from the Robert White collection

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Jackie’s butterfly-print bathing suit from the Robert White collection

Kennedy's personally-owned and -worn bathing suit. Blue and white butterfly-print cotton one-piece sarong suit, size 14, has narrow shoulder straps and an adjustable belt on the front. Inside bears a “Reel Poise 4 Bestlyne Co. New York” manufacturer’s label and is also labeled on the inside in an unknown hand, “Mrs. J. B. K.” In fine condition, with scattered minor rust stains inside. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Mary Gallagher, Kennedy’s personal secretary. Provenance: Robert L. White Collection, Guernsey’s, 2005. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #421 - Ended January 15, 2014