Title: Ronald Reagan Signed 1969 Luncheon Ticket – As Governor of California – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Auto
Description:
Offered is a rare signed event ticket featuring the autograph of Ronald Reagan, then serving as Governor of California. The ticket is for a "Ladies’ Day Ticket Luncheon" held on Friday, June 13th, at 12:10 PM in the Grand Ballroom of the Sheraton-Palace Hotel, San Francisco. Priced at $4.75, this ticket is printed with Reagan’s gubernatorial title and includes a photograph of him on the right-hand side. Reagan’s full-name signature appears boldly in black ink across the lower half of the card. The item is encapsulated and certified AUTHENTIC AUTO by PSA/DNA, with certification number 85481942. From the appearance of the back ticket we can assert that the ticket was cut or ripped from a larger example, possibly torn at the entry way of the event.
Historical Context:
Ronald Reagan served as Governor of California from 1967 to 1975, a role that laid the groundwork for his eventual presidency. By 1969—around the likely date of this ticket—Reagan was gaining national attention for his conservative stances on government spending, welfare reform, and campus protests. Events like this luncheon helped broaden his appeal, particularly among civic and business groups, and showcased his strength as a charismatic public speaker. His tenure in Sacramento positioned him as a rising star in the Republican Party, ultimately leading to his election as 40th President of the United States in 1980.
Authentication & Encapsulation:
This ticket has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, one of the most respected names in autograph authentication. The signature has been verified as genuine and encased in a tamper-proof slab bearing the certification number 85481942.
Closing Appeal:
This signed ticket is a unique and early artifact from Reagan's political ascent, representing a time before his national presidency when he was solidifying his leadership credentials in California. It is a striking piece of memorabilia, blending political history, personal autograph, and mid-century Americana. A must-have for collectors of presidential signatures, Reagan enthusiasts, or political ephemera from the transformative era of the late 1960s.
