Gold-Plated Beretta of James Cain

Name/Title

Gold-Plated Beretta of James Cain

Description

A gold-plated Beretta 7.65 cal. Model 70 pistol with mother of pearl handle belonging to Captain James Cain.

Use

A highly decorative pistol used as both a functional firearm and to convey Captain Cain's personal taste and style.

Context

James B. Cain was a World War II Navy Ace who served as the twenty-first captain of the USS Yorktown (CVS-10) from June 11, 1965 to May 7, 1966.

Collection

Collection of Captain James B. Cain, USS Yorktown CV-10

Acquisition

Accession

1993.00006

Source or Donor

James Bernice "Jim" Cain

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

1965 - 1966

Update Date

April 23, 2025