George Washington historic relic block of Cambridge tree-----15982
This is quite an unusual piece of American history. A block of wood from Cambridge MA George Washington Elm Tree. The Elm tree block with affixed inscription on brass metal plaque which reads "A Piece of the Elm Tree Formerly Standing in Cambridge, Massachusetts Under Which George Washington Took Command of the American Army. July 3, 1775. Presented by the City of Cambridge. 1924". Approximately 4-5/8" long by 2-3/8" wide by 2-5/8" high. Remnants of large knot in back of wood. After the tree rotted and fell over in 1923, it was cut into 1,000 blocks and distributed to state legislatures, fraternal organizations, and historical societies, with approximately 150 being sold commercially. While the story of Washington and the elm tree has never been verified, its influence remained a piece of local Massachusetts history and national interest even after the tree's destruction. Email any day (see email address above---I normally check email several times each day) for any questions you may have. A word about condition. Those of you who have purchased from me before know that I am very picky about condition. I will try to note anything of significance in the description. However, please check the photos carefully---as they say ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ We will arrange shipping for you; our experience with large or small has been excellent and I am careful about who I allow to handle our pieces. Or you are welcome to pickup any piece at our STORE IN PIERCETON, INDIANA. Concerning payment: With 20% as an initial payment you can also pay out the piece if you like, just email ahead so we can work out terms for that method. Let me know if you would like additional information about any item. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Specifications
| All Returns Accepted | ReturnsNotAccepted |
| President | George Washington |
| Theme | Political |
| Country/Region | United States |
This is quite an unusual piece of American history. A block of wood from Cambridge MA George Washington Elm Tree. The Elm tree block with affixed inscription on brass metal plaque which reads “A Piece of the Elm Tree Formerly Standing in Cambridge, Massachusetts Under Which George Washington Took Command of the American Army. July 3, 1775. Presented by the City of Cambridge. 1924”. Approximately 4-5/8″ long by 2-3/8″ wide by 2-5/8″ high. Remnants of large knot in back of wood. After the tree rotted and fell over in 1923, it was cut into 1,000 blocks and distributed to state legislatures, fraternal organizations, and historical societies, with approximately 150 being sold commercially. While the story of Washington and the elm tree has never been verified, its influence remained a piece of local Massachusetts history and national interest even after the tree’s destruction. Email any day (see email address above—I normally check email several times each day) for any questions you may have. A word about condition. Those of you who have purchased from me before know that I am very picky about condition. I will try to note anything of significance in the description. However, please check the photos carefully—as they say ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ We will arrange shipping for you; our experience with large or small has been excellent and I am careful about who I allow to handle our pieces. Or you are welcome to pickup any piece at our STORE IN PIERCETON, INDIANA. Concerning payment: With 20% as an initial payment you can also pay out the piece if you like, just email ahead so we can work out terms for that method. Let me know if you would like additional information about any item. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
