@coinkat said:
What is the size of the Kennedy button? Looks to be a litho
Can you post an image of the back?
I do not recall seeing this one before... could be from Kennedy's Senate re-election in 1958
The "We Want Kennedy Again" button is from a modern recreation which claims it was produced using "original campaign art". I looked but I haven't found that art with that specific style yet so I'm curious too!
The slogan also exists on this "We Want/Need Kennedy" button from the JFK Presidential Library & Archives website hosted by the National Archives. Are the Presidential Archives the best source of period material?
Found this Kennedy in a drawer and have a question about it. The obverse chin and neck are pretty scratched up, but the long scratch/die break on the neck, I wonder is it a scratch or a die break? Doesn't really matter, but just curious.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
It is a modern re-creation instead of something historical that was actually a campaign item- whether it be a senatorial item from 1952 or 58... a Kennedy for VP item from 1956 (which would have been a very cool choice for something that was created for the moment- the 1956 Democratic Convention) - or something that I chose to add which was adequately explained in my post. The 4" Youth for Kennedy captures the moment, the campaign and the candidate himself. And that is why it was added to your thread.
Simply stated this a modern recreation and that IS the problem... and frankly it is not any different from posting fake slabs and counterfeit coins that folks here love to complain about. Unfortunately, there are very few Political Collectors that post here who are willing to call out such crap when it happens... and it rarely happens... but that does not excuse allowing misinformation- which would be the posting of a fantasy button that was not part of any JFK campaigns.
For authentic JFK campaign material, The APIC (American Political Items Collectors) is a significantly better choice for what was and what was not used in any Presidential campaign. Reproductions and fantasy items can and often are sold at Presidential libraries as souvenirs.
Again... please remove the fake item that you have posted.
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It is a modern re-creation instead of something historical that was actually a campaign item- whether it be a senatorial item from 1952 or 58... a Kennedy for VP item from 1956 (which would have been a very cool choice for something that was created for the moment- the 1956 Democratic Convention) - or something that I chose to add which was adequately explained in my post. The 4" Youth for Kennedy captures the moment, the campaign and the candidate himself. And that is why it was added to your thread.
Simply stated this a modern recreation and that IS the problem... and frankly it is not any different from posting fake slabs and counterfeit coins that folks here love to complain about. Unfortunately, there are very few Political Collectors that post here who are willing to call out such crap when it happens... and it rarely happens... but that does not excuse allowing misinformation- which would be the posting of a fantasy button that was not part of any JFK campaigns.
For authentic JFK campaign material, The APIC (American Political Items Collectors) is a significantly better choice for what was and what was not used in any Presidential campaign. Reproductions and fantasy items can and often are sold at Presidential libraries as souvenirs.
Again... please remove the fake item that you have posted.
It shouldn't be surprising that few political collectors post here since this is a coin forum and not a political forum.
I am certainly not an expert in political memorabilia (though I do have a few items), so I didn't know the details of the item I posted initially. I was simply looking for a good slogan for the thread. That being said, I have done some research since you brought this up and have updated the post to indicate it's a modern creation, along with the period button with the same slogan which the National Archives indicates is from the 1960 campaign.
I hope this addresses your concerns.
Of note, since this is a coin thread on a coin forum, if you review the coins in this thread, you'll find some modern interpretations as well.
And please post a coin, if you wish. I love the coins everyone has posted and I'm curious to see what you have!
Coins are Neato!
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Some of my ephemera from 11/22/63, all from the estate of a banker in Dallas (and probably a big donor to the Democratic party):
Dallas Trade Mart luncheon invitation and seating assignment. JFK was headed here when he was assassinated.
Love Field Airport Reception badge
Telegram invitation from the State Democratic Executive Committee to a special reception for JFK in Austin later that day.
2 tickets to the Texas Welcome Dinner in Austin that evening.
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@jesbroken said:
Found this Kennedy in a drawer and have a question about it. The obverse chin and neck are pretty scratched up, but the long scratch/die break on the neck, I wonder is it a scratch or a die break? Doesn't really matter, but just curious.
Jim
Looks maybe struck through wire in those close ups.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
I believe this is a 1966 SMS "No FG" coin I picked off eBay. Some of the banner is missing. Also missing are the rays and stars near the eagle's head. There is a very faint showing of the G.
Not sure it’s a top pop but it’s 2 grades higher than any other I own, of the same vintage which are 67PL. I’m absolutely over joyed to have cherry picked this little beauty. Fdoi to boot 😁
21 1 In Process In Process 1964 50C In Process USA
22 1 In Process In Process 1972-D 50C In Process USA
23 1 In Process In Process 1976-D 50C In Process USA
24 1 In Process In Process 1982-P 50C In Process USA
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Very nice color on that one!
I have this one as well which looks a bit similar, but with a different type of color
The "We Want Kennedy Again" button is from a modern recreation which claims it was produced using "original campaign art". I looked but I haven't found that art with that specific style yet so I'm curious too!
The slogan also exists on this "We Want/Need Kennedy" button from the JFK Presidential Library & Archives website hosted by the National Archives. Are the Presidential Archives the best source of period material?
https://jfk.artifacts.archives.gov/objects/18092/we-wantneed-kennedy-button
NOTE: I've updated the campaign button post to include this image with a note that the other is a modern creation.
Found this Kennedy in a drawer and have a question about it. The obverse chin and neck are pretty scratched up, but the long scratch/die break on the neck, I wonder is it a scratch or a die break? Doesn't really matter, but just curious.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
Very close to highest grade at Pf 69 Star Cameo.
@Zoins
It is a modern re-creation instead of something historical that was actually a campaign item- whether it be a senatorial item from 1952 or 58... a Kennedy for VP item from 1956 (which would have been a very cool choice for something that was created for the moment- the 1956 Democratic Convention) - or something that I chose to add which was adequately explained in my post. The 4" Youth for Kennedy captures the moment, the campaign and the candidate himself. And that is why it was added to your thread.
Simply stated this a modern recreation and that IS the problem... and frankly it is not any different from posting fake slabs and counterfeit coins that folks here love to complain about. Unfortunately, there are very few Political Collectors that post here who are willing to call out such crap when it happens... and it rarely happens... but that does not excuse allowing misinformation- which would be the posting of a fantasy button that was not part of any JFK campaigns.
For authentic JFK campaign material, The APIC (American Political Items Collectors) is a significantly better choice for what was and what was not used in any Presidential campaign. Reproductions and fantasy items can and often are sold at Presidential libraries as souvenirs.
Again... please remove the fake item that you have posted.
Experience the World through Numismatics...it's more than you can imagine.
Here is PCGS's counterpart.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
Newest coin for my registry set.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
It shouldn't be surprising that few political collectors post here since this is a coin forum and not a political forum.
I am certainly not an expert in political memorabilia (though I do have a few items), so I didn't know the details of the item I posted initially. I was simply looking for a good slogan for the thread. That being said, I have done some research since you brought this up and have updated the post to indicate it's a modern creation, along with the period button with the same slogan which the National Archives indicates is from the 1960 campaign.
I hope this addresses your concerns.
Of note, since this is a coin thread on a coin forum, if you review the coins in this thread, you'll find some modern interpretations as well.
And please post a coin, if you wish. I love the coins everyone has posted and I'm curious to see what you have!
Great collection!
It's neat that these are all 64s!
I think I have made an adequate contribution.
Experience the World through Numismatics...it's more than you can imagine.
Timothy Chen is currently featured by PCGS Social Media:
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/1079831/yn-believes-coins-are-history-in-the-hand#latest
He is also a Witter Coin University graduate:
https://www.pcgs.com/news/witter-coin-u-grads-talk-coins
Here are two coins from Timothy Chen's Midnight Glow Collection. He's on eBay and Instagram. Hopefully, he can be enticed to post here as well!
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/collectors-showcase/toned-coins/midnight-glow-collection/11862
I don't have any special Kennedy half dollars but I do have this JFK autograph that my mother's cousin was able to get from the then-Senator.
By far, not my favorites, but very
Interesting!
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Both in my 7070
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I posted this coin earlier in another thread, but it belongs here. Sorry for double dipping.
1964 50C QDO FS-105, PR66CAM
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
FDOI (March 24, 1964) 1964-P and 1964-D Kennedy half dollar set in my collection.
Wow, some really beautiful coins in this thread!
Coins are Neato!
"If it's a penny for your thoughts and you put in your two cents worth, then someone...somewhere...is making a penny." - Steven Wright
Some of my ephemera from 11/22/63, all from the estate of a banker in Dallas (and probably a big donor to the Democratic party):
I should be receiving my Amazon order of 20 BU 40% Kennedys any moment?
Hopefully, I will have a couple of stunners to post?
"Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!
--- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line."It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
Do you have a close-up of this area?
Disclaimer: I'm not a dealer, trader, grader, investor or professional numismatist. I'm just a hobbyist. (To protect me but mostly you! 🤣 )
Looks maybe struck through wire in those close ups.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value. Zero. Voltaire. Ebay coinbowlllc
My Kennedys have arrived!
Not too bad.
All 1968d's. To determine more in detail later.
"Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!
--- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.1964 PCGS PR 68CAM FS-105 (DDO-035)
1964-D PCGS MS 67 FS-108 (DDO-008) 1 - 0
1966 PCGS MS64 Struck on Clad 25c Planchet
1971-D PCGS MS 67 FS-102 (DDO-006) 1 - 0
1971-S PCGS PR 65 Strong Clashed Dies Obverse / Reverse
1971-S PCGS PR 63Stong Clashed Dies Obverse / Reverse and Rotated dies 180 Degrees
Out of the roll,
My 2 Best Ones!
"Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!
--- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.My one and only Kennedy Half.
MY GOLD TYPE SET https://pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/complete-type-sets/gold-type-set-12-piece-circulation-strikes-1839-1933/publishedset/321940
Some nice ones.
This is my two 3D JFK pop-up coins. The proof Kennedy's are the ones that I pulled out of a $500 box of rolled Kennedy half dollars.
USN & USAF retired 1971-1993
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Here's a coin formerly of Mr. Chen's collection that he was kind enough to sell to me (MS66). I like the subtle surrounding toning:
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
NGC MS65
--Severian the Lame
I believe this is a 1966 SMS "No FG" coin I picked off eBay. Some of the banner is missing. Also missing are the rays and stars near the eagle's head. There is a very faint showing of the G.
I bought this when I was 14 back in 1976. It was from an ad in the newspaper. The stamp is allegedly 23kt gold.
The battle scars of all the good times
Pop 13/0
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
These might be the lowest quantity minted Kennedy's I have.
2014 ANA "Kennedy Nickels"
Normally struck in pewter, these off- metal strikes are fairly scarce. Obverse die by Daniel Carr and reverse die by Joe Paonessa.
26mm diameter.
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Struck on a split brass planchet.
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Struck on a copper piedfort planchet.
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Busy chasing Carr's . . . . . woof!
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Not sure it’s a top pop but it’s 2 grades higher than any other I own, of the same vintage which are 67PL. I’m absolutely over joyed to have cherry picked this little beauty. Fdoi to boot 😁
🎶 shout shout, let it all out 🎶
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Busy chasing Carr's . . . . . woof!
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Tom, that is a beautiful coin.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
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21 1 In Process In Process 1964 50C In Process USA
22 1 In Process In Process 1972-D 50C In Process USA
23 1 In Process In Process 1976-D 50C In Process USA
24 1 In Process In Process 1982-P 50C In Process USA