JFK Clock Mystery: $280 eBay Find Could Be Priceless!
A retired watchmaker's decades-long quest to uncover the truth behind a $280 eBay purchase has turned into a fascinating historical hunt. Bill Anderson, now 95, stumbled upon a Chelsea Comet clock engraved with the initials "J.F.K." back in 1999. Could this unassuming timepiece be linked to John Fitzgerald Kennedy?
The Allure of a Presidential Connection
Chelsea Clock Co. timepieces were renowned for their precision and design, gracing Navy battleships and the White House alike, from Eisenhower to Biden. The possibility of a Kennedy connection added a layer of intrigue for Anderson, a seasoned watch collector.
Anderson's pursuit has taken him through the world of clock collecting, from online forums to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. He even ventured into a refrigerated vault deep within a former limestone mine in Pennsylvania, all in search of the clock's provenance.
A Clock Collector's 'Nice Game'
Anderson describes his quest as "a nice game," but others might call it an obsession. The clock's mystery has fueled his passion for decades. Will he finally uncover the truth behind the "J.F.K." engraving and its potential link to one of America's most iconic presidents?
In related news, JFK's grandson, Jack Schlossberg, recently stated that the Kennedy family is no longer the unified entity it once was, dismissing the idea of a close-knit "Godfather"-style family. According to Schlossberg, the modern Kennedy family functions more like a collection of individuals with varying degrees of connection. This shift in family dynamics adds another layer of complexity to the Kennedy legacy.
Whether the clock is a genuine piece of Kennedy history or not, Anderson's journey highlights the enduring fascination with JFK and the lengths people will go to uncover the stories behind historical artifacts.