Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library

Masonic Medallion with box
1950-1970 (possibly)
Manasse
France (possibly)
a: metal; b: paper, synthetic fiber, ink; c: paper, synthetic fiber
a: 1-13/16"dia. x 1/8"d; b: 2-5/16"w x 2-5/16"d x 3/8"h; c: 2-5/16"w x 2-5/16"d x 1/2"h
Gift of the Supreme Council, 33º, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, U.S.A.
2020.030.34a-c

Masonic Medallion with box. a: Silver-toned metal medallion features raised central design on obverse, of female figure clad in flowing robes, holding up a leafy sprig in one hand, and with two shields with wreaths atop them in the other, inscribed, "F" and "L"; she stands atop three steps, which have Masonic tools at bottom; on either side, "J" and "B" columns. Around outer edge is inscription in unidentified alphabet. Reverse has raised design of "G" inside delta at center, radiating rays surrounding, and around edge, inscription in unidentified alphabet; b: Box bottom covered in brown velvet and has tan velvet lining (both likely synthetic) with gold rim; c: Box lid covered in brown velvet (likely synthetic) has "Manasse" stamped in gold ink at lower PL corner.