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Oval Brooch with Masonic Symbols
1793-1815
Maker not marked
England
Metal, glass, paper, ivory
overall: 1-3/8"h x 1"w X 3/8"d
Loaned by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts
GL2004.2990

Oval brooch with gold-tone metal backing and pin. Ring at top; could also be used as a pendant. Beneath the glass is an ivory oval with miniature Masonic symbols made from paper (including gold paper) and other materials. Symbols include the all-seeing eye, columns with globes atop, trowel, and square and compasses, among others.


For further information, see Newell, Aimee, et.al., "Curiosities of the Craft: Treasures from the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts Collection", 2013, p. 132.