Lot 67
Harding, Warren G. Small India style brass ash tray owned and used by President Harding. Engraved on the inside bottom "W.G.H.," it measures 2¾ inches across the top. When Harding died unexpectedly on August 2, 1923, First Lady Florence Kling Harding gave it to Maggie Rogers, First Maid at the White House. Mrs. Rogers' daughter, Lilliam Rogers Parks, provides a letter of provenance, typed on stationery imprinted with the Presidential Seal and "The White House / Washington," and dated November 11, 1982. Mrs. Parks writes, ".This ash tray was in constant use by the President. It was at the side of his White House bed. He smoked cigars frequently…."
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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| Realized $322 |
