Franklin D. Roosevelt 1943 Christmas Gift
Handsome desktop magnifying glass given to White House staff by President Roosevelt as a Christmas gift in 1943, featuring a mahogany-colored leatherette covering embossed in gold with a presentation inscription, “Christmas 1943, From F. D. R.” The glass base measures 3.75? x 3.75?, and the device is 1.25? tall at the highest point of the magnification bubble. In fine condition.
Format: Magnifying Glass
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Handsome desktop magnifying glass given to White House staff by President Roosevelt as a Christmas gift in 1943, featuring a mahogany-colored leatherette covering embossed in gold with a presentation inscription, “Christmas 1943, From F. D. R.” The glass base measures 3.75? x 3.75?, and the device is 1.25? tall at the highest point of the magnification bubble. In fine condition.
Format: Magnifying Glass