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Oval Brooch with Masonic Symbols
1793-1815
Maker not marked
England
Metal, paper, ivory (possibly)
overall: 1"h x 3/4"w x 3/8"d
Loaned by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts
GL2004.3036

Oval brooch in a gold-tone "frame" with vertical pin back. White ground may be ivory, with painted and applied paper Masonic symbols. Symbols include sun, stars, open book, steps, and others.


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