Back Lot Number: 845  
     

Lot 845
 
Description: 1954 Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio Far East Command "dog tag" medals. Silver medals presented to Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio by the U.S. Far East Command in February 1954. Marilyn's medal is inscribed on the front, "To Marilyn Monroe In appreciation for contributing to the entertainment of United Nations Armed Forces personnel in Korea". The reverse features the Far East Command flag with titling and date. 1" diameter: EX-MT. Joe's medal is inscribed on the front, "To Joe DiMaggio from Special Services In appreciation for entertaining armed forces personnel Far East Command". The reverse has a list of cities in Japan that DiMaggio had visited: EX-MT. The lot includes a vintage 1954 black and white 8"x10" photo of Joe and Marilyn taken at the airport while on the tour: EX.
Sold For: $6,500.00

 
Estimated Price: ($4,000.00-$6,000.00)  
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