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Large Collection of Presidential Eyeglasses — Nine Pairs Belonging to Nine U.S. Presidents, Including Truman, Reagan, LBJ, Clinton, Bush 41 and Bush 43, Carter, Nixon & Ford
Impressive set of nine eyeglasses owned and worn by nine U.S. Presidents, with many accompanied by signed photos and letters from the Presidents. Set includes eyeglasses worn by nearly every post-WWII President, including: Harry S. Truman, Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, all gifted to the Museum of Ophthalmology, and each framed in its own presentation shadowbox.
Pair of the ”Great Communicator’s” eyeglasses, owned and worn by President Ronald Reagan. Glasses are framed with a lovely letter signed ”Ronald Reagan” from 1 December 1994 on Reagan’s stationery that reads in part, ”It is my pleasure to submit my personal reading glasses for your exhibit…I have lived a very long and full life and been richly blessed with overall good health. While my eyes have always been sharp…these days…my eyes need a little more help and I use these spectacles. Having been a voracious reader since I was a little boy, I simply couldn’t allow this precious gift to be taken from me. / So with my trusty glasses a whole new, vivid world is opened up to me. They bring the pages of my books alive, a lovely softness to the face of my Nancy, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of a brilliant California day.” Lot also includes a photo of Reagan wearing a similar or the exact pair of eyeglasses, working in his Fox Plaza, Los Angeles office. Personal Optics Mauritius reading glasses with amber colored plastic frames measure 5.375” from endpiece to endpiece. Shadowbox frame measures 29.5” x 21.25” x 3.25” deep, in near fine condition. Sold for $31,250.
Richard Nixon’s Personally-Owned Briefcase — Used by Nixon While Vice President Under Eisenhower
Briefcase owned and used by Richard Nixon as Vice President, containing a typed letter signed by Nixon not long after he resigned from office. Brick red leather briefcase shows plenty of signs of use and has Nixon’s name and title printed in gilt; ”Richard Nixon / Vice President of U.S.A.” Nixon served as Vice President under Eisenhower, from 1953-1961. Briefcase opens to reveal a typed letter signed ”RN” on Nixon’s personal stationery to Alvin Moscow, the head researcher for Nixon’s book, ”Six Crises,” to whom he gifted this briefcase after their collaboration on the book. Dated 6 January 1975, letter reads in full, ”Dear Al, I want you to know how deeply I appreciate the thoughtful message you sent to me after I left office and returned to California. We have passed through a very difficult period, but it is at such times that one learns who his real friends are; I am proud to number you among them. When I recover my health, you can be sure that in the years ahead I shall continue to work for those great goals to which we were dedicated in the years I served as President – peace for all mankind and prosperity and progress for every American. Pat joins me in sending our very best wishes.” Nixon adds a sentimental autograph note to the bottom: ”It is hard to realize that almost 14 years have passed since we worked on Six Crises -”. Included in the lot is a copy of a newspaper article on the fire that caused Nixon and Moscow to be evacuated from Nixon’s rented home in Brentwood while they were nearing completion on the book. Also included is a 10” x 8” photo of Nixon standing before a home that was destroyed in the same fire, with Moscow’s autograph caption signed to verso. Briefcase interior has address labels affixed bearing Moscow’s name. Briefcase shows heavy use by Nixon, with surface abrasions and loss of material to corners. Accompanied by a copy of a COA from Moscow. Sold for $17,365.
Large collection of eyeglasses belonging to U.S. Presidents and world leaders, including a pair belonging to Ronald Reagan, along with Reagan’s autograph letter signed, and accompanying signed envelope. Composed on his Yearling Row ranch stationery, where Reagan lived from 1951-1966, the 40th President writes to Dr. Bagley in full, ”Since I’m now a wearer of Corneal Lens’ this is the best I can do. / These broken parts are all that remain except for one spare pair I keep on hand in addition to my ‘Corneals’. / Best Regards / Ronald Reagan”. Letter is undated but accompanied by original envelope handwritten by Reagan, signed ”R. Reagan / Pacific Palisades Calif.” with a postmark from either 1962 or 1963. Letter is addressed to Dr. Melvin J. Bagley, who assembled this large collection for ”The Famous People’s Eyeglasses Museum”, which he founded.
The lot also includes letters from individuals declining sending a pair of eyeglasses, including a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt who writes, ”I wish I could send you a pair of eye glasses for your collection. Unfortunately, however, I do not have any except the ones I am now using for reading…[signed] Eleanor Roosevelt”. Each pair of glasses is labeled in its own case, compiled by Dr. Bagley beginning in the 1960s through the 1980s, most in very good condition. Lot also includes a copy of his book, ”Celebrity Sighting”. A very unique and personal collection of memorabilia worn by the most influential leaders of the world. Sold for $15,699.
Apollo 11 Doc Signed Armstrong, Nixon, Aldrin Zarelli
An estimated one million spectators watched the launch of Apollo 11 from the highways and beaches in the vicinity of the launch site. Dignitaries included the Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General William Westmoreland, four cabinet members, 19 state governors, 40 mayors, 60 ambassadors and 200 congressmen. Vice President Spiro Agnew viewed the launch with former president Lyndon B. Johnson and his wife Lady Bird Johnson.[99][104] Around 3,500 media representatives were present. About two-thirds were from the United States; the rest came from 55 other countries. The launch was televised live in 33 countries, with an estimated 25 million viewers in the United States alone. Millions more around the world listened to radio broadcasts. President Richard Nixon viewed the launch from his office in the White House with his NASA liaison officer, Apollo astronaut Frank Borman.
Very rare certificate — a replica of the one left on the lunar surface by the Apollo 11 crew — signed by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins and President Richard Nixon. Upon the certificate, which is signed next to the mens’ printed signatures, it reads, “Here Men From the Planet Earth First Set Foot Upon The Moon July 1969, A.D. We Came In Peace For All Mankind”. Visible portion of certificate measures 8″ x 6.5″, double matted to a size of 16.5″ x 15.5″. Near fine condition. With a COA from Steve Zarelli for all three Apollo 11 signatures, and a COA from University Archives for Richard Nixon’s signature. The only such Apollo 11 item signed by both the crew and President that we have seen. Sold for $15,000.
Ronald Reagan His Mont Blanc Meisterstuck Engraved Pen
Ronald Reagan personally owned and used pen, engraved “Ronald Reagan” in his familiar script along the cap. Mont Blanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Pinstripe vermeil gold roller ball pen is 925 silver. Fully functional in near fine condition with only light rubbing, indicating use by America’s beloved 40th President. Originally sold at Christie’s, still retaining the lotting tag. Sold for $6,693.
Ronald and Nancy Reagan signed copy of ”Ronald Reagan An American Hero”, extraordinarily rare as one of only 250 in the signed limited edition, this copy being number 14. Published in 2001 by Dorling Kindersley, in concert with Tehabi Books and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation, oversized picture book bound in deep brown leather features four raised bands to spine, gilt lettering and a Great Seal in bronze-colored metal to front cover. 271pp. book documents Reagan’s life as a young man to his political career as Governor, and his Presidency with Nancy beside him as First Lady. Books comes housed in an engraved wood case, lushly lined in navy blue velvet and satin, with the original four commemorative coins completing the set. Signed upon the Presidential Library bookplate, ”Ronald Reagan” and ”Nancy Reagan”, book measures 10.5” x 11.5”. Hinged wooden case measures 14” x 15” x 4”. Small bump to spine and light wear to case consisting of a few scuffs. Overall near fine condition. Accompanied by the COA, jointly-issued by Tehabi Books and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation. Sold for $5,824.
Signed glossy photo of Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev signing the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty on 8 December 1987. Photograph was captured in the East Room of the White House. Reagan as U.S. President and Gorbachev as General Secretary of the Soviet Union sign the mat surrounding the 6.25” x 9.5” photo in black ink: ”M Gorbachev” and ”Ronald Reagan”. Framed to overall size of 17.25” x 15.5”. Near fine. Sold for $4,915.
Reagan White House China by Lenox — Large Service Plate in Red-Gold Design, Made for State Dinners
Beautiful Lenox china service plate made for the Reagan White House, in ”Reagan red” and gold, with an elegant cross-hatch design, the more formal style of china specifically used for state dinners, introduced on 3 February 1982. Plate features the Presidential seal in gilt at center, with Lenox mark on underside reading, ”For Lenox China, Inc. / Lenox / Made In U.S.A. / The White House / 1981”. Plate measures 11.625” in diameter. Near fine condition. Sold for $4,431.
Fascinating typed letter signed by Richard Nixon as President, to Robert McNamara who was then serving as President of the World Bank. Dated 3 March 1971 on White House letterhead, Nixon discusses the World Bank at length and then adds an interesting autograph postscript, in full: ”I greatly appreciate the candor & constructiveness of your talks with Henry K & others – RN / The speculation about replacing you are completely without foundation”, underlying completely for emphasis. Letter itself reads in part, ”…full mulitalateral [sic] and worldwide sharing of responsibility for development is fundamental to our new approach to foreign assistance…[signed] Richard Nixon”. Single page letter measures 7” x 10.5”. Folds, else near fine. Sold for $4,153.
Photo of Eisenhower’s presidential inauguration signed by four U.S. Presidents: Eisenhower, Truman, Hoover and Nixon, framed in wood taken from the inauguration stand. Special photo is signed ”Dwight D. Eisenhower” boldly in black across the lower border’s center. Signature is flanked on the right by that of ”Richard Nixon” and on the left by ”Herbert Hoover” and ”Harry Truman”. Image depicts Eisenhower taking the Oath of Office in the presence of the signers; with Hoover as former President, Truman as Ike’s immediate predecessor and Richard Nixon standing by as the new Vice President. Hoover’s face is hidden by Truman in the photo. Matte photo measures approximately 10” x 8” and is framed in wood from the stand. Toning, else near fine. With Provenance from White House Journalist Stephen V. Feeley. Also with a COA from PSA/DNA for all four signatures. Sold for $4,000.
Reagan White House China by Lenox — Large Charger Plate in Red-Gold Design, Made for State Dinners
Beautiful Lenox china charger plate made for the Reagan White House, in ”Reagan red” and gold, with an elegant cross-hatch design, the more formal style of china specifically used for state dinners, introduced on 3 February 1982. Plate features the luminous Presidential seal in gilt at center, with Lenox mark on underside reading, ”For Lenox China, Inc. / Lenox / Made In U.S.A. / The White House / 1981”. Plate measures 11.625” in diameter. Near fine condition. Accompanied by display plaque. Sold for $3,661.
Ronald Reagan Signed ”Speaking My Mind” Special Limited Edition — Housed in Luxury Oak Case
Ronald Reagan signed special edition of his book ”Speaking My Mind: Selected Speeches with Personal Reflections”, housed in a beautiful custom oak box with audiotapes. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1989. The 40th President signs ”Ronald Reagan” in black ink to the limitation page, which indicates this volume is number 1,361 of 5,000 copies. This rare deluxe edition comes bound in blue leather boards with a ribbed spine, and gilt lettering and design. All edges gilt with marbled endpapers and a satin bookmark sewn into the binding. The complete six-cassette audio series is also part of the set. The hinged lid of the case lifts to reveal the book nestled in blue velvet lining. The cassette tapes are housed in a drawer underneath. Box measures 16.5” wide by 11” deep and 4.75” tall. Features metal handles on the sides and a metal presidential seal to the lid. Near fine condition. A handsome and comprehensive display set signed by the beloved 40th President. Sold for $3,125.
Stately Ronald Reagan Presidential Dinner Plate
White House china plate from the Reagan administration. Elegant ivory color dinner plate with heavy black rim features a gilt presidential seal at the top and star-patterned gilt edge. Underside bears the maker’s mark of Castleton Studios. A pinhead-sized flaw to the top edge of the seal has undergone expert repair, else near fine. Sold for $3,049.
Historically important manuscript by Richard Nixon with detailed, handwritten notes from August 1966. As Nixon was gearing up to run for President in the 1968 election, he here outlines various foreign policy themes integral to his future campaign, with Vietnam at the forefront. Upon a sheet of legal paper entitled ”Report on World”, Nixon outlines his views on Vietnam, writing that the U.S. is ”at a great turning point” and it is ”Time for decision to end war.” Nixon then outlines this plan in detailed notes, ”1. Unite the U.S. (secret weapon of Allies) / 2. Inform our allies…4. Quit talking with 2 voices – Need talk of victory – strength, unity. 5. Don’t change policy toward China”. He continues, ”Result = Peace & freedom & progress.” Regarding domestic policy, Nixon writes in part, ”High prices: who it hurts / who is to blame / How to end”. Document measures 8.5” x 13.25” on one single sheet with two staple holes at top left. Near fine. Sold for $3,025.
Reagan White House China by Lenox — Large Service Plate in Red-Gold Design, Made for State Dinners
Beautiful Lenox china service plate made for the Reagan White House, in ”Reagan red” and gold, with an elegant cross-hatch design, the more formal style of china specifically used for state dinners, introduced on 3 February 1982. Plate features the Presidential seal in gilt at center, with Lenox mark on underside reading, ”For Lenox China, Inc. / Lenox / Made In U.S.A. / The White House / 1981”. Plate measures 11.625” in diameter. Near fine condition. Sold for $3,025.
Ronald Reagan Rare Autograph Letter as President With Great Chicago Cubs Baseball Content
Autograph letter signed as President on White House stationery, no date but circa the summer of 1988, to the wife of Chicago Cubs great, Charlie Grimm. Ronald Reagan grew up outside of Chicago and lived there until sometime in the 1930’s. Grimm was a first baseman and manager in Major League Baseball best known for his years with the Wrigley family owned Chicago Cubs. As a manager for the Cubs, he led the team to National League championships in 1932, 1935 and 1945. He was brought out of retirement to direct the Cubs again in early 1960, but the team got off to a slow start, and owner P.K. Wrigley swapped Grimm with another former manager, Lou Boudreau. Grimm died in Scottsdale, Arizona at age 85, from cancer. His widow, who this letter is written to was granted permission to spread his ashes on Wrigley Field. In the Presidential letter, Reagan writes, “Dear Marion, It’s good to hear from you & to know you are all settled back in Ill. I wonder if Mr. Wrigley will look down on the upcoming night game at Wrigley Field and protest its happening. He was totally against night ball. Nancy thanks you for your kind words & so do I. We’ll be looking forward to your book. (Forgive the blob) Give our best to Deedie. All the best, Ron.” Excellent condition. Sold for $3,000.
Reagan White House China by Lenox — Large Service Plate in Red-Gold Design, Made for State Dinners
Beautiful Lenox china service plate made for the Reagan White House, in ”Reagan red” and gold, with an elegant cross-hatch design, the more formal style of china specifically used for state dinners, introduced on 3 February 1982. Plate features the Presidential seal in gilt at center, with Lenox mark on underside reading, ”For Lenox China, Inc. / Lenox / Made In U.S.A. / The White House / 1981”. Plate measures 11.625” in diameter. Near fine condition. Sold for $2,750.
Richard Nixon signed document from the height of the Watergate scandal, dated 29 April 1974. Typed document is signed, ”Richard Nixon” in blue ink on the first page. Press release contains a transcript of the 36-minute address in which Nixon announced his decision to make public transcripts of White House conversations related to Watergate. Document reads in part, ”…As for myself, I intend to go forward, to the best of my ability with the work that you elected me to do. I shall do so in a spirit perhaps best summed up a century ago by another President, [Abraham Lincoln] ‘I do the very best I can; and I mean to keep doing so until the end.’…” Runs 7pp. and measures 8.5” x 13”. Toning and staple punctures, else near fine. Sold for $2,500.
Ronald & Nancy Reagan Personally Owned Russian Limoge
Russian box from the personal collection of President Ronald and Nancy Reagan, owned and used by them in the Presidential years at the Family Residence in the White House and then at their Bel Air, California home. Beautiful black lacquered box features gilt accenting an artistic rendering of the Moscow Holy Danilov Monastery, where Reagan visited in 1988. Top opens to reveal a red lacquered interior. The box was likely obtained during the Reagans historic trip to Russia during the 1988 Moscow Summit. Upon leaving the White House, the Reagans marked their possessions with a green sticker to designate which of their belongings had been displayed with them during their Presidential years; this box has this round green sticker on its underside. Markings upon the box translate from Russian as “Moscow Holy Danilov Monastery”. Box was originally sold at Christie’s in New York, and has Christie’s sticker. Measures 7″ x 5″. Light rubbing to a few corners, otherwise near fine condition. Sold for $1,776.
Reagan White House China Bowl to Celebrate Christmas in 1986
Lenox china bowl from the Reagan White House, made to celebrate Christmas in 1986. Trimmed in ”Reagan Red” and gilt, bowl is the Reagan White House-style pattern, with the Lenox mark on underside, as well as ”Christmas in 1986”. Front of bowl also features the gilt facsimile signatures of Ronald and Nancy Reagan, along with a pictorial depiction of the White House. Bowl measures 9” in diameter and 3.75” high. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,628.
Photograph signed by Presidents Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. The four Presidents met in the White House on 8 October 1981, the first time four living Presidents were ever photographed together. Boldly signed by all four Presidents with their full names. 8” x 10” photograph is matted and framed to 15.75” x 18”. Discreet closed tear to lower right and small crease to lower left. Very good to near fine. With a COA from PSA/DNA. Sold for $1,563.
American Life Ronald Reagan Sig Special Limited Edition
Ronald Reagan signed special edition of his book “An American Life”, housed in a beautiful custom oak box with audiotapes of “Speaking My Mind”. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1990. The 40th President signs “Ronald Reagan” in black ink to the limitation page, which indicates this volume is number 524 of 2,000 copies. This rare deluxe edition comes bound in blue leather boards with a ribbed spine, accented in 22kt gold with gilt lettering and design. All edges gilt with marbled endpapers and a satin bookmark sewn into the binding. The complete six-cassette series of his audio publication “Speaking My Mind: Selected Speeches with Personal Reflections” is also part of the set. The hinged lid of the case lifts to reveal the book nestled in blue velvet lining, with the cassette tapes housed in a drawer underneath. Box measures 17.5″ wide (including handles) by 11″ deep and 4.75″ tall. Features metal handles on the sides and a metal presidential seal to the lid. Book and entire presentation is in near fine condition. Complete in original styrofoam box and mailing box marked “Reagan”. A handsome and comprehensive display set signed by the beloved 40th President. Sold for $1,550.
Ronald Reagan White House China Soup Bowl Made for State Dinners
Beautiful Lenox china soup bowl made for the Reagan White House, in ”Reagan red” and gold, with the Presidential seal in gilt, the more formal style of china specifically used for state dinners. Double-handle bowl is marked on the underside, ”For Lenox China, Inc. / Lenox / Made In U.S.A. / The White House / 1981”. Bowl measures 4.875” in diameter at the mouth, and 1.75” tall. Some darkening to gilt seal and light wear to handles, overall near fine condition. Sold for $1,513.
Ronald Reagan Signed Letter
Autographed letter signed by Ronald Reagan. Composed in black ink on a Presidential Seal card and dated 28 April 1991, Reagan writes to Marion Grimm, the widow of Chicago Cubs great, Charlie Grimm. In part: “…bless you for what you had to say. I’m sure you’ll be pleased to know that scores of those people she lists as informants have gotten in touch and told me they’ve never met her or communicated any of those stories she claims to have heard from them…Sincerely – Ron.” Soiling to lower left corner, otherwise very good. Sold for $1,500.
Ronald Reagan Commemorative China Plate for the First Ladies Breakfast — Bordered in ”Reagan Red”
Lenox china dinner plate in ”Reagan red”, featuring a pictorial depiction of the White House at 12:00 in gilt. Plate was made for the First Ladies Breakfast in 1984 during the Reagan administration, with the facsimile signatures of Nancy Reagan and nine former First Ladies on the underside, along with the mark, ”First Ladies Breakfast / April 20, 1984 / Lenox”. Plate measures 10.5”. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,479.
Ronald Reagan Presidential China Plate
White House Service china made for the Ronald Reagan administration by china makers Robert C. Floyd. In addition to the White House, this luncheon plate was used aboard Air Force One and at Camp David. China features a gilt Presidential seal at center and navy blue, burgundy and gilt trim to rim. Underside reads in gilt, ”White House Service / by Robert C. Floyd / Fitz & Floyd, Inc. / Fine China / 1983”. Plate measures 7.5” in diameter. Near fine. Sold for $1,250.
President Richard Nixon typed letter signed to Congressman Bill Young during the height of the Watergate hearings on 5 February 1974. Nixon here thanks Young for his support during Watergate, writing, ”…I appreciated having an opportunity to learn of the widespread support of my conduct of the Office of the President which you found throughout your Congressional District. Your report adds emphasis to my own conviction that, with the staunch support of the American people and with the loyalty and confidence of friends like you, this Administration can continue moving toward the great goals it was elected to achieve…” Signed with initials ”RN” in black ink on White House letterhead. 1pp. measures 6.75” x 8.75”. Near fine. Sold for $1,250.
Ronald Reagan White House China Plate — ”THE WHITE HOUSE / 1981”
Beautiful Lenox china plate from the Reagan White House, in their signature colors of red and gold. Salad plate is adorned with the Presidential seal in gilt at top and marked on the back, ”LENOX / MADE IN U.S.A. / THE WHITE HOUSE / 1981”. Ordered by Nancy Reagan, this service was first used on 3 February 1982 at the state dinner for Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. Mrs. Reagan was criticized at the time for spending money on the service, but she would otherwise have had to use mis-matching china. President Truman’s daughter, Margaret Truman came to her defense by saying ”When the President and First Lady give a state dinner, the china should match.” This plate is actually from the service used in the White House and not one of the exhibit pieces. Measures 8.375” in diameter. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,250.
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