The Kennedy World in Medallic Art: John F. Kennedy and His Family in Medals, Coins, Tokens, and Other Collectibles

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Kennedy historian William Rice picks up the torch where researchers like Aubrey Mayhew and the great Edward C. Rochette left off in the 1960s, shining new light on the life of President John F. Kennedy. He explores the Kennedy family; JFK's boyhood; his military service and early political career; his inauguration and presidency; Jacqueline and the children; life in the White House; the president's assassination; and the world's mourning and remembrance. The story is told through touching and insightful essays illustrated by hundreds of coins, medals, tokens, stamps, and other collectible memorabilia - some popular, like the silver 1964 Kennedy half dollar, others rare and seldom seen. Special sections discuss subjects like satirical and critical pieces; Robert F. Kennedy and Teddy Kennedy; the Peace Corps; and paper currency issued during the Kennedy administration. In addition to colorful historical images and narrative, the book's scholarly appeal is expanded by a foreword by Dr. Gerald J. Steinberg, appendices, notes, a glossary, bibliography and full index. Collectors will benefit from the catalog numbering system and market prices in various grades. Review: The bible of Kennedy coins and tokens - As a coin collector of Kennedy coins, tokens and medals, the book provides an almost complete coverage of what has been produced from 2014 to earlier. It has helped me identify certain Kennedy tokens and medals. Review: KENNEDY WORLD IN MEDALLIC ART IS EXCELLENT - This is an excellent research source for medals bearing the likeness of President Kennedy. There are pictures and descriptions of many, many medals, but I believe anyone who is interested in JFK, even if they are not into medals, would enjoy this book. It is loaded with information which I found most interesting. I highly recommend William Rice's book.