
Locket of George Washington's hair from 1799 up for auction
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Several samples of George Washington's hair remain in private possession, with two known samples in a museum.
Leland's is a sports auction house and "the premier appraisers and authenticators" of sports memorabilia, making it an unusual place to find the first president of America's hair. The bidding opened at $1,000, with the current bid at $1,771. The hair is contained within a brass and glass locket.More Related News