A unique presidential gift: a black Timex quartz wristwatch given to Republican Congressman Bill Young by President George Bush, which has "George Bush" in gold lettering at the six o'clock position; and an ALS as president referring to the watch, one page both sides on a 6.25 x 4.25 stationery card imprinted "The President," January 30, 1990, to Congressman Young's wife, Beverly, in full: "It was great seeing you and Bill here at the White House. I was especially pleased to see that the black Timex is still ticking. The Congress watch you & Bill gave to me is still on time. I am grateful to your husband for his support and to you for being my friend." In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA for the autograph letter.
Republican Congressman Bill Young represented Florida in the House of Representatives from 1971 until his death in 2013. Young was a delegate to the Republican National Conventions which nominated Nixon in 1968 and 1972, Ford in 1976, and Reagan in 1984. An exceptional presidential piece.
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