GEORGE WASHINGTON GAVEL Exclusive permission has been granted by the Masonic Potomac Lodge No. 5 of the District of Columbia to the U.S. Capitol Historical Society to produce this unique and handsome replica of the gavel President George Washington used to lay the Capitol cornerstone in 1793. This exquisite reproduction, 7/8ths the size of the original cherished Masonic artifact, has a fine hardwood handle and a cast resin head molded of finely ground marble particles from the marble of the original House wing steps (1863-65) mixed with epoxy. Gift-boxed. Approximately 11" in length.

A gold-tone medallion, PLU# 000976 - $19.95 retail, can be affixed to one face of the marble head. Custom engraving is $2.00 per letter. Engraving requires at least two weeks' advance notice. Please call for assistance with engraving.