Title:
Personally Owned & Worn “Seal of the President” Lapel Pin of Jimmy Carter – Estate Provenance

Description:
Gold-tone “Seal of the President of the United States” lapel pin personally owned and worn by Jimmy Carter. The circular face features a green enamel background with the presidential seal motif at center, encircled by the inscription “SEAL OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.” The pin is attached to a short decorative chain leading to a classic T-bar fastening, designed for secure wear on formal attire.

The piece exhibits visible signs of authentic use, including light wear to the enamel surface, minor discoloration to the metal components, and patina consistent with age. The chain and T-bar clasp remain intact and functional, preserving the original structure of the piece.

Accompanied by a certificate of provenance reading:
“Jimmy Carter’s personally owned and worn ‘Seal of the President’ lapel pin.”

Historical Context:
Jimmy Carter served as President from 1977 to 1981, a period marked by significant domestic and international challenges, including the Camp David Accords and the Iran hostage crisis. As President, Carter frequently wore formal attire adorned with subtle symbols of office, such as lapel pins representing the Seal of the President.

The presidential seal itself is one of the most recognizable emblems of executive authority in the United States, symbolizing the office rather than the individual. Personally worn examples from a sitting president are exceptionally scarce, offering collectors a direct and tangible connection to the daily life and presentation of the Commander-in-Chief.

Such items bridge the gap between official symbolism and personal use, embodying both the dignity of the presidency and the individuality of the man who held the office.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Accompanied by a certificate of provenance titled “The Estate of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter,” issued through Brunk Auctions, North Carolina, 2026, including a handwritten description identifying the item as “Jimmy Carter’s personally owned and worn ‘Seal of the President’ lapel pin.”

Authenticated and signed by John Reznikoff, a leading authority in autograph and historical artifact authentication, and Luke Pascal, President of Historical Autographs Gallery and autograph & relic expert affiliated with University Archives.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This personally worn presidential lapel pin represents a rare and intimate artifact from Jimmy Carter’s time in office, embodying both the symbolism of the presidency and the personal presence of the man who wore it. With strong estate provenance and clear signs of authentic use, it stands as a highly desirable and historically meaningful collectible for discerning presidential memorabilia collectors.

Shipping Notice:
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