A circular buzzer button measuring 2.5″ in diameter with a wooden outer covering, originating from Chicago’s Lexington Hotel. In fine condition. The Lexington was notorious as Capone’s well-guarded fortress from 1928–1932. In later years, many curiosity-seekers and souvenir hunters slipped inside the building to salvage momentoes. Originally found lodged behind a giant rusty safe, door half open, in a room across from the bathroom, this wooden buzzer was possibly used by Capone’s outside bodyguards to let him know he had a visitor. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted gangland historian Bill Helmer. An interesting and unique piece of mobster history. RR Auction COA.
