Rare Gavel Made From the 1950 Truman White House Reconstruction.

Rare Gavel Made From Relinquished Materials From the 1950 Truman White House Reconstruction. The wooden gavel was made from original materials removed from the White House during its reconstruction in 1950 under the Truman administration. Much of the interior was reconstructed over a two year period. The gavel features a plaque engraved, ''Original White House Material  Removed in 1950'' with the Great Seal of the United States at center. The piece measures 10.5 inches by 3 inches with a 2 inches diameter. In fine condition.