{"product_id":"president-jimmy-carter-owned-truman-w-h-christmas-ornament-ex-carter-estate","title":"President Jimmy Carter Owned Truman W.H. Christmas Ornament Ex. Carter Estate","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\nPersonally Owned 2018 \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhite House Historical Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Christmas Ornament Honoring \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHarry S. Truman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Estate of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJimmy Carter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"251\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\nOfficial 2018 White House Historical Association Christmas ornament, personally owned by Jimmy Carter, commemorating President Harry S. Truman. The ornament features a detailed, multi-dimensional depiction of the White House Truman Balcony façade, rendered in metal with painted accents and suspended beneath a gold-tone medallion bearing the Seal of the President of the United States. A red ribbon is attached for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eThe ornament is housed in its original presentation packaging, including the decorative outer box and accompanying booklet titled “The 35th Annual White House Christmas Ornament Honoring President Harry S. Truman – Christmas 2018.” The reverse of the box indicates production details including “Made in USA.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eCondition is excellent, with minimal handling wear. The ornament retains its original luster, vibrant enamel accents, and structural integrity, while the packaging shows only light storage wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eAccompanied by a certificate of provenance reading:\u003cbr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n“Jimmy Carter’s personally owned President Harry Truman White House Christmas Ornament.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\nThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhite House Historical Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has issued annual Christmas ornaments since 1981, each honoring a different U.S. president and reflecting a unique aspect of White House history. The 2018 edition commemorates \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHarry S. Truman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, focusing on the Truman-era renovation of the White House (1948–1952), one of the most extensive structural overhauls in its history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJimmy Carter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, known for his appreciation of American history and tradition, often collected meaningful cultural and historical items. His ownership of this ornament ties together two presidencies—Truman’s transformative stewardship of the White House and Carter’s later legacy as a statesman and humanitarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Encapsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003e\nAccompanied by a certificate of provenance titled “The Estate of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter,” issued through Brunk Auctions, North Carolina, 2026, with handwritten identification of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eAuthenticated and signed by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJohn Reznikoff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLuke Pascal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oqo8gg\" data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eAdditional Documentation \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eAt buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eClosing Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003e\nCombining official White House craftsmanship with direct presidential provenance, this 2018 Truman commemorative ornament offers collectors a compelling intersection of American history and personal legacy. Its connection to Jimmy Carter enhances its desirability, making it a meaningful and visually striking addition to any presidential or holiday collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3482\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eShipping Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3482\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eFor insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. 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