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John F. Kennedy Personally Owned Unopened Cigar -- Gifted to Him as President by The Philippine Amba

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Historical Memorabilia Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,250.00 USD
John F. Kennedy Personally Owned Unopened Cigar -- Gifted to Him as President by The Philippine Amba

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Auction Date:2014 Feb 27 @ 17:00 (UTC-8 : PST/AKDT)
Location:11901 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, California, 90025, United States
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John F. Kennedy owned cigar, one of 26 gifted to him by the Philippine Ambassador, and with its exterior wrapper reading in gilt, ''Specially Made For / President Kennedy''. Upon receiving the cigars from Ambassador Amelito Mutuc, Kennedy composed a letter to him, now housed in the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. Dated 21 January 1963, letter reads, ''Dear Mr. Ambassador: I have received the handsome, personalized, mahogany box of very fine cigars that you so thoughtfully sent to me. It was indeed kind of you to send such a generous supply of this excellent product. I know I will enjoy them and consider your gift another demonstration of the warm friendship existing between our countries. With appreciation and every good wish to you and your family. Sincerely, John F. Kennedy''. Cigar's red and gold label is printed with white lettering reading, ''For Fine Coronas Alhambra Manila'' and print to its black band reads, ''Choicest Philippine Tobacco / Sumatra Wrapper.'' Measures 5.25''. Fine condition.