John F. Kennedy campaign gift watch, Bulova Gift to Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, John W. McCormack 15J unadjusted swiss movement, cased in gold filled case. Silver dial with arabic number markers and seconds subdial. 16 XL lizzard embossed leather strap with a gold tone clasp. Arabic number dial, with gold hands. The back case engraving reads "JFK1960". The watch was a gift from John F. Kennedy to the former speaker of the House of Representatives, John W. McCormack, as a "thank you" for Mr. McCormack s efforts in JFK presidential campaign. The watch was presented to a close friend, Mr. Francis X. McCabe, who also helped with JFK s presidential campaign. (Case: 25mm; Length; 10 in.) Provenance Acquired directly from John W. McCormack, gift to private collection, Worcester, Massachusetts. Please note that all information provided, such as weights, grades, color, and clarity, are approximate and the opinion of the jewelry department of Freeman s, unless otherwise stated. Overall condition: Worn, with surface scratches, runs when wound. All items are sold as is on the day of the sale. Please note; that all gemstones were measured and graded in their settings unless otherwise noted. Laboratory reports may be published but do not guarantee the information provided, but rather are to inform potential buyers of the findings of these reports. Some results provided by different laboratories may vary in their findings. Timepieces The absence of any reference to a clock or watch condition does not imply that the lot is in working order and without defects, repairs, or restorations. Consider that all clocks and watches have been repaired during their lifetime and may now incorporate parts not original to them. Freeman s does not guarantee or warranty functions or components. All items are sold as is on the day of the sale.