Jimmy Carter: Wooden Gavel Made from the 1977 Inauguration Podium
Uncommon gavel made from the wood of Jimmy Carter’s inauguration podium, measuring 8˝ in length, with the head featuring an engraved brass plaque that reads: "President Jimmy Carter, January 20, 1977." Includes a signed letter from George M. White, the Architect of the Capitol, who states: “The accompanying gavel is made of walnut wood that formed a part of the platform on which the Honorable Jimmy Carter received the oath of office as President of the United States on January 20, 1977.” In fine condition.
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Uncommon gavel made from the wood of Jimmy Carter’s inauguration podium, measuring 8˝ in length, with the head featuring an engraved brass plaque that reads: "President Jimmy Carter, January 20, 1977." Includes a signed letter from George M. White, the Architect of the Capitol, who states: “The accompanying gavel is made of walnut wood that formed a part of the platform on which the Honorable Jimmy Carter received the oath of office as President of the United States on January 20, 1977.” In fine condition.
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