#9812 • Gerald R. Ford Personally Owned & Worn Cardigan

Part of Music & Hollywood Icons Historical Occasion (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

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Status: Sold

Est. $5,000-$7,500 President Gerald R. Ford Personally Owned & Worn Cardigan From Picnic With President Ford & Friends Sept. 16, 1982 - This cardigan was worn by former President Gerald R. Ford, at an event celebrating the opening of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan on the grounds of the museum. It is a dark blue, 100% orlon acrylic cardigan with maize embroidery (maize and blue are the colors of the President Ford's alma mater, the University of Michigan). The left breast pocket is embroidered with the eagle from the Presidential Seal surrounded by the words, "PICNIC WITH PRESIDENT FORD AND FRIENDS" and below that "SEPTEMBER 16, 1982 GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN." This is an extremely unique piece of presidential memorabilia as it can be associated with a specific date and official event. The manufacturer is Pine State and was issued after Ford's term of office. The cardigan has been extremely well kept, and is in excellent condition. Size: XL. President Gerald R. Ford was the 38th President of the United States from August 1974 to January 1977, following the resignation of Richard Nixon.