Lock of George Washington Hair from John Gadsby-Ex. Lattimer Collection
Lot features a framed lock of George Washington's hair, obtained by famed collector John K. Lattimer, from a descendant of John Gadsby who had hosted George Washington's final two birthday celebrations at his City Hotel and Tavern in Alexandria, Virginia in 1798 and 1799. Lock is framed in 9" x 2-1/2" round gold gilded wood frame with glass window. Lot comes with auction description from Lattimer purchase time giving details of authenticity.
Condition
Good with frame showing scuffs and dings from storage and age with hair visible.
Lot features a framed lock of George Washington's hair, obtained by famed collector John K. Lattimer, from a descendant of John Gadsby who had hosted George Washington's final two birthday celebrations at his City Hotel and Tavern in Alexandria, Virginia in 1798 and 1799. Lock is framed in 9" x 2-1/2" round gold gilded wood frame with glass window. Lot comes with auction description from Lattimer purchase time giving details of authenticity.
Condition
Good with frame showing scuffs and dings from storage and age with hair visible.
