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Uncommon gavel made from the platform on which Gerald Ford received the oath of office as vice president on December 6, 1973, measuring 8˝ in length, with the head featuring an engraved brass plaque that reads: "Vice-President Gerald R. Ford, December 6, 1973." 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 Gerald R. Ford received the oath of office as Vice President of the United States on December 6, 1973.” In fine condition.
