The client provided the X15 lapel pin owned by J.F. Kennedy commemorating the launch of the X15. Accompanying the pin was a letter signed by Evelyn Lincoln (JFK’s secretary) authenticating the pin.

Design Elements include:

• Visual Composite- The panel on the left details the story of the revolutionary aeronautics program that produced the X15 and is comprised of research-based prose and relevant imagery. All research, writing, and digital composition work was completed by Grant’s Frames’ professional staff.

• Preservation quality linen matboards and Preservation quality suede matboards.

• Engraved brass plate details the significance of the lapel pin and its route from JF Kennedy to the current owner.

• Water gilded gold leaf fillets.

• Custom built and gold-leafed closed corner frame featuring a three-step design reminiscent of the design aesthetic of the period.

• Certificates of authenticity are included in a pouch on the reverse side of the finished display.

• All materials and techniques adhere to PPFA guidelines for Preservation framing .