USS John F Kennedy Commemorative Ring Paperweight NEW

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USS John F Kennedy Commemorative Ring Paperweight. Commemorating USS JFK commissioned in 1968 & Decommissioned in 2007. This paperweight was sold at the decommissioning ceremony. Beautifully crafted Naval Collectible. Named after John Fitzgerald Kennedy (1917-1963), 35th President of the United States of America (1961-1963). Sponsored by Miss Caroline Kennedy, daughter of the ship's namesake. Commissioned at Newport News, VA, Saturday, September 7, 1968. Initially classified as an "Attack Aircraft Carrier" and designated CVA-67. Reclassified as a "Multi-purpose Aircraft Carrier" and redesignated CV-67 December 1, 1974, upon modification to operate ASW aircraft. Decommissioned at Mayport, FL, Friday, March 23, 2007. Fate: Ex- John F. Kennedy left Mayport under tow for Norfolk on July 26, 2007. She will stay t until the end of hurricane season before being moved to the Inactive Ships Maintenance Facility in Philadelphia, PA for a two-year stay. Winner pays $9.95 S&H, $1.65 insurance optional. Paypal payment preferred, cashiers check or money order accepted. NO personal checks. Winner must contact me within 3 days at end of auction. Please email any questions before bidding. US shipping only, NO APO/FPO's. Thanks for Looking!