FOR PRESIDENT THOMAS E. DEWEY REAL PHOTO 1940 HOPEFUL BUTTON.
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Winning Bid:
$31.41 (Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
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Bidding Ended:
Monday, September 18, 2023 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Monday, September 18, 2023 9:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
1030 Session I - Political/Sports
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Item Description
2.25". Real photo portrait of Dewey flanked by eagles. Produced for his 1940 hopeful bid for the Republican nomination. While he was an early frontrunner, he quickly lost steam and was ultimately defeated by Wendell Willkie. Dewey would get his chance at the presidency in 1944 and 1948, however. Light scattered surface wear. Bold contrast. Still Exc.
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