RFK's Official Calling Card & Commemorative Paperweight. Ex. Keyes, Kennedy Family Assistant

Robert F. Kennedy
n.p., ca. 1968
RFK's Official Calling Card & Commemorative Paperweight. Ex. Keyes, Kennedy Family Assistant
Robert F. Kennedy commemorative paperweight reading, ''RFK / 'Some men see things as they are and say, 'Why?' / I dream of things that never were and say, 'Why not?'' / 1968''. Glass paperweight with gold writing measures 3'' in diameter and weighs 4.75 ounces. Very good plus condition with light scratching upon close inspection.

Also included in the lot is Robert Kennedy's official "The Attorney General" calling card, 3.5" x 2", Washington D.C. The card is in fine condition and comes with impeccable provenance as rare RFK relic originated from the estate of Helen Keyes.

Provenance: Helen Mary Keyes

Keyes had long and storied ties to the Kennedy family. Her father was the dentist to Joe and Rose Kennedy's children and the families' children became friends. Helen played a major role in JFK's 1952 Senate campaign, hosting famous ?Ladies' Teas' for the rising star of the Democratic Party. Her involvement continued throughout the Kennedy administration and during both the 1960 and 1964 Presidential campaigns.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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