Five items removed from the White House during the expansive renovations undertaken by Harry S. Truman, including: four bricks, each measuring approximately 8.5 x 4 x 2.5, with varying amounts of mortar on the sides; and a block of wood, 5 x 7 x 1, bearing a small plaque with a presidential seal, reading: “Original White House Material, Removed in 1950.” In overall fine condition, with various chips and dings. Accompanied by a packet of information including photocopies of letters to the original recipient from the Commission on Renovation of the Executive Mansion, a photocopy of the bill of lading for the shipment of the White House material, and photocopies of newspaper clippings concerning the sale of White House souvenirs.
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