This listing is for a Brand New Washington Monument Neck Tie 100% SILK NeckTie. The Washington Monument is an obelisk near the west end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., built to commemorate the first U.S. president, General George Washington. The monument, made of marble, granite, and sandstone, is both the world's tallest stone structure and the world's tallest obelisk standing 555 feet 5 1/2 inches (169.294 meters). The cornerstone was laid on July 4, 1848; the capstone was set on December 6, 1884, and the completed monument was dedicated on February 21, 1885. It officially opened October 9, 1888. The necktie is part of the "Our Heritage Collection: American Architectural Wonders" by Addiction Premium Gifts. We have more variety of Silk Neckwear NeckTies in our other listings. Check out our other collection of Silk Neck Ties.