Series V. Memorabilia, 1956-2007, undated, inclusive
Extent
Scope and Contents
The series includes artifacts and other objects, mostly of a commemorative nature, related to the Astors or received by them. The container list provides an item level inventory.
Arrangement
The series is presented in rough chronological order.
Match book covers, personalized with initials "VA" (Vincent Astor), undated, inclusive
Scope and Contents
5 covers. Matches have been removed.
"Friends and Fellow Citizens: Washington's Address to the People of the United States, 1796", 1956
Scope and Contents
Reproduction published by the New York Public Library for members of the Citizens Advisory Committee. This copy presented to Vincent Astor, whose name is embossed on the cover. Contextual correspondence with book.
Gag diploma, 1957
Scope and Contents
Diploma awarded by Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona, to Brooke for graduating class in "Latin Dances," etc.
Vatican City 1st Day Issue Stamps. "Sede Vacante MCMLVIII", 1958
"The Tall Ships Commemorative Postcard Collection; Cancelled in Moscow, July 4, 1976", 1976, inclusive
Carved box with plaque, 1977
Scope and Contents
Plaque reads: "Presented to Ambassador A.D. Marshall [Brooke's son], the American Ambassador to Kenya by RADM W.J. Crowe Jr, USN, Commander, Middle East Force, 9 Feb 1977"
Invitation/Program from New York Foundling Hospital, 1978
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Invitation and program to the dinner honoring Brooke Astor with the Elizabeth Seton Humanitarian Award.
Flag, 1983
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Inscribed on edge: "Houseflag of the Black Ball Line flown at the mainmast of 'Wavertree' on the occasion of the Brooklyn Bridge centennial celebration, May 24, 1983, East River, Pier 15, New York." Wavertree is the name of a ship at the South Street Seaport Museum. Textile. Measures approx 60"x36". (Stored in flat file drawer)