February 2013 Auction Ends Wednesday, February 6th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/6/2013
Franklin D. Roosevelt's personally owned portfolio-style briefcase used by the President in the late 1930's. Black leather zippered portfolio is printed with his initials F.D.R. in gilt on the front. Accompanied by several pages of original contents from the time it was auctioned by the Roosevelt family: five typed sheets concerning FDR's election campaign, hand-dated 2 May 1938. The pages contain excerpts from Senator Sheridan Downey's speeches for Roosevelt's reelection as well as statements by William J. McAddo who opposed Roosevelt seeking a third term. Also included are copies of correspondence between Roosevelt's son James and the auction winner of the briefcase. Portfolio measures 15.75'' x 11.25''. Zipper runs along two of the sides, leaving the left side open. A divider is built in. Very good, with scratches and surface loss to the corners and edges.
Franklin D. Roosevelt's Leather Portfolio -- Personally Owned & Used by FDR During His Presidency & Bearing His Initials
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