H S ^"3 7 /V7 f'f^ 047386 OlacneU MttiuerHitg IGibtarg 3tlfata, Ntm Inrfe FROM THE BENNO LOEWY LIBRARY COLLECTED BY BENNO LOEWY * 1854-1919 BEQUEATHED TO CORNELL UNIVERSITY CORNELL UNIVERSITY LIBRARY 924 080 633 674 , All books are subject to recall after two weeks J " GAYLORD PRINTED IN U.S.A. The original of tiiis book is in tine Cornell University Library. There are no known copyright restrictions in the United States on the use of the text. http://www.archive.org/details/cu31924080633674 COLLECTION MADE BY COnniTTEE ON ANTIQUITIES or THE (Jra^c| Lodge Tree a^d| Acceptecl ^VaAo^5, CPTHC State of New York. JK J* Jt J» NEW yORKi iqoa. HSS37 A'' 7 /ffc- Copyright, 1905, by Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York. Historical Introduction. In presenting this Catalogue to the Fraternity, a statement of the origin and purposes of the Collection now enumerated and described, and which has been accumulating for the past twenty years,' will be appropriate. [n the year 1884, Frank R. Lawrence, then Deputy Grand Master, formed the Library and Reading Room Committee, with the object of furnishing the rooms, opening the same for general access and use, and supplyingnewspapers, periodi- cals, etc. Among the books were found a few relics and curios; and in May 1885, the Grand Master, William A. Brodie, appointed three of the members of the Reading Room Committee, as a sub-committee, to take charge of these artic- les, to add to their number, and in general " for the collection and arrangement of Archaeological objects and matters of Masonic interest and curiosity." This sub- committee consisted of the Secretary of the Reading Room Committee, William H. Andrews, as Chairman, JohnF. Collins, and Edward H. Warker. In the fall of 1 885, Frank R. Lawrence, then Grand Master, added to the number the Grand Historian, Charles T. McCienachan; the Grand Librarian, Herman G. Carter; John Stewart, Sidney F. Walker, Wolcott D. Marks, and Joseph M. Levey. The nature and importance of the undertaking made a more permanent and ofScial organization desirable, and in 1886 the '" Committee on Antiquities " was created as a Standing Committee of Grand Lodge; and to its care was con- signed the collection in the hands, of the sub-committee, and the further prose- cution of the work thus begun. The Grand Master, Frank R. Lawrence appoint- ed as members of the Committee on Antiquities, William H. Andrews, Herman G. Garter, Edward H. Warker, Charles T. McCienachan, and Joseph M. Levey. On October 26th, 1886, the Committee met and organized by the election of William H. Andrews, as Chairman, and of Joseph M. Levey, as Secretary. From this date unto the present time, the Committee has performed its duties with regularity, although under discouraging circumstances on occasions; and has annually submitted a Report to Grand Lodge. Under date of September 1st, 1885, the sub-committee sent out a circular letter soliciting contributions, which resulted in considerable additions to the Collection. The first report of the Committee, in the year 1887, contained a list of art- icles in its hands; and this was also distributed in pamphlet form, with a re- quest for donations. Similar appeals were subsequently made. But the re- sponse was not very satisfactory. No provision was made for the Committee by the Grand Lodge, and it was for many years left without funds. At the outset cases for the exhibition of the articles were furnished by the Trustees of the Hall and Asylum Fund. Subsequently the Committee was unable to procure suitable cases for the display of the Collection, which by the year 1898 had about doubled in size. But a better appreciation of the undertaking, and of the requirements of the Committee, was shown under the administration of Grand Master William A. Sutherland, with Wright D. Pownall, as Deputy Grand Mas- ter. The appointments to the Committee were of men who appreciated the value of the work, and who were able and willing- to devote time and attention to their duties. The late George W. White became Secretary; and was follow- ed by Alexander A. Clark, the present incunjbent. A sufficient sum of money was appropriated to provide cases for the Collection; and in 1899 a printed Catalogue of 52 pages was prepared and distributed. This resulted in adding many interesting articles. It was, however, merely a list of the Collection, and it contained numerous errors. In the circular letter issued by the sub-committee in 1885, to which refer- ence has been made, there was the following statement of the purposes and ob- jects in view: "To establish and permanently exhibit in the Hall a Collection of Antiquities and Curiosities embracingf Masonic objects of every description, which may be interesting or instructive to Masons. Many such articles, consist- ing of Ancient Medals and Jewels, rare Coins, old Diplomas, Certificates, and other documents; scarce Books and antique Lodge Furniture, valuable through age, association, history or rarity; are known to exist in the possession of Lodges or individual Brethren: thus scattered they are of little utility, while if united they would become of great interest and value. The entire Fraternity must feel pride in the adornment of the Hall. The space here available affords unequaled facilities for the proper display of all suitable articles which may be received, and which will be carefully arranged and exhibited, under competent direction, accompanied in each instance with an appropriate description and the name of the Lodge or Brother by whom contributed. It is earnestly requested that your Lodge and any Brother possessed of any article suited to the purpose in view, will place the same at the disposal of this Committee, by whom the safety of such objects will be carefully guarded." The promise there made that the articles exhibited should be "accompanied in each instance with an appropriate description " has not been kept. The labor and time demanded, the skill required, and tbe expense involved, have hitherto prevented its fulfillment. But it has never been lost sight of, and has been cher- ished by the Committee as its great desideratum. With a continuance of the. more liberal policy inaugurated by Grand Master William A. Sutnerland, and with the accession of members who possessed the requisite technical knowledge combined with inclination for the task, the accomplishment of this hope was made possible. The labor of preparing and publishing such a descriptive Catalogue was un- dertaken in 1903, and has now been completed. While all the members have assisted, the share of some has necessarily been greater than of others. The subjects of Furniture, Working Tools, and Clothing, were alloted to Dr. William Schroeder; and of Medals, Badges and Jewels to William J. Allen. The latter undertook also the Printed Documents, Non-Masonic, and the Simons Collection, together with some of the descriptions in other classes. In addition he took the very fine photographs from which half-tones of many of the principal articles have been prepared. The Secretary, Alexander A. Clark, has assumed entire charge of the printing, engraving and production of the book, thereby reducing its cost to a minimum, while obtaining a high degree of typographical excellence. The Committee is indebted to Benno Loewy, for " The Bibliography of Masonic Medals and Badges," which is a contribution f rdm his pen. Probably no individ- ual medallist, in this country at least, is so well equipped for a task of this na- ture; and the article will prove of inestimable value to every numismatist. There was but one change in the personnel of the Committee between 1886 and 1893, and was due to the death of Joseph M. Levey in 1888; Ferdinand Levy succeeding him. Subsequently there were many changes, and the death of Herman G. Carter in 189S, and Charles T. McClenachan in 1896, together with the final withdrawal of Edward H. Warker, left only the Chairman of the original members. Until 1899 the Committee consisted of five members, but was in that year increased to seven, one to be the Grand Librarian. In addition to those whose names have already been mentioned, the following have served upon the Committee at different times: Arthur A. Butler, Joseph L. Soberer, William S. Thomson, Albert Maxfield, Frank G. Combes, Frederick K. Van Court, Southrick Hebberd, James T. Walker. CJarence B. Marter, Clinton R. Wyeth, George H. Phillips, Frederick T. Slack, Henry L Colman, Moses S. Sil- viera, Jacob Loewer, Leroy B. Sherman. Charles B. Wilkinson, William R. Rel- yea, Arthur W. Hillebrand, George T. Montgomery, Charles Davis, William Schroeder, Bernard Lippman, John R. Pope, and Thomas F. Handy. The five mentioned last, with William J. Allen and the subscriber constitute the present Committee. Probably no similar work has before been attempted by any Grand Lodge. It has been electrotyped and tho arrangement under Classes will permit of the ready publication of any additions. Much care has been exercised to avoid err- oneous statements of r. historical nature. If any such are detected, or mistakes of any kind discovered, the Committee would be pleased to have them pointed out. In conclusion the Committee will be glad to receive correspondence on any subject relating to the Collection; and trusts that the publication of this Cata- logue will result in a substantial increase in the articlos on exhibition. WILLIAM H. ANDREWS, Chairman, Committee on Antiquities, of the Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of the State of New York. New York, May 1st, 1905. The Bibliography of Masonic Medals and Badges. BY WoH. Bho. BENNO LOEWY. I. ZACHARIAS : ERNST. "NUMOTHECA NUMISMATIGA LATOMORUM." Published in Dresden (Saxony) in 8 parts, between 1840 and 1846. Parts VII and VIII bear the title "NUMOTHECA LATOMORUM." Describes and illustrates 48 Medals, of which four are not Masonic, sm. 4to. Translated into English by the late Bro. Robert Morris. II. MERZDORF : DR. J. F. L. TH. DIE DENKMUNZEN der FREIMAURERBRUDERSCHAFT verzeichnet und beschrieben von DR. J. F. L. TH. MERZDORF Grossherzoglich Oldenburgischen Bibliothekar Mitgliede mehrerer gelehrten Gesellschaften. Mit einer Tafel Abbildungen Oldenburg. Verlag und Druck von Gerhard Stilling, 1851. Translation: THE MEMORIAL MEDALS of the MASONIC BROTHERHOOD catalogued and described - by Dr. J. F. L. Th. Merzdorf Librarian of the Grand Duke of Oldenburg. Member of several learned Societies With one plate of Illustrations Oldenburg. Published and Printed by Gerhard Stillinr 18S1. pp. XXX. iSl. 1 Plate. 12mo. A valuable work and frequently quoted by Marvin (infra III) who gives on pp. 304-306 a list of Merzdorf's numbers, with his own in parallel columns. This work describes 35S Medals: from Germany 96, England 14, France 161, Holland and Belgium 33, Denmark 3, Sweden 12, Russia 4, Moldavia 3, Italy 9, Spain 2, America 5, Asia 4 and 9 Medals apparently connected with the Fraternity but of which he was unable to determine the origin. The list in Marvin is not quite complete. III. MARVIN: WILLIAM T. R.. THE MEDALS of the MASONIC FRATERNITY Described and Illustrated by William T. R. Marvin A. B. and A. M., &c., Boston. Privately Printed 1880. 8vo. 160 copies only were privately printed, pp. X. 330 19 plates of which one (in colors) of " Arms of the Freemasons."' Catalogues in the body of the work 733 Medals and Badges and in "Addenda" ] 1 — total 744. Marvin has continued his catalogue in a quarterly magazine- published by him in Boston under the title of " American Journal of Numis- matics," and catalogued up to December 1904, 1255 numbers. Cited in the Catalogue as "Marvin.'' IV. a. MUENSTER'SCHE BIJOUX-TAFELN Lichtdruck von 617 Logen-Abzsichen und Freimaurerischen Denkmuenzen. 14 Tafeln Herausgegeben von der Loge zu den d.'-ei Balken in Munster i. w. 1894. Translation: MUENSTER'SCHE BIJOUX TAFELN Phototypes of 617 Lodge Badges and Masonic commemorative medals. Published by the Lodge ''zu den drei Balken" in Muenster in Westphalia, 1894. Small Folio; 14 plates and 4 pages of text. b. A second edition of this work appeared in 1897. It contains 8 additional plates (22) with 930 Badges and Medals and Z pages of text. In both editions the Badges and Medals are reduced to about 3/5 of the size of the originals. PUBLICATIONS OF THE GRAND LODGE OF HAIVIBURG. Of these, seven volumes have appeared to date — six devoted to Medals and one to Badges. They were published by the " Hamburgische Zirkel-Corres- pondenz" a literary Committee of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg with the co-op- eration of a number of German Lodges and a few individual Brothers. V. a. MEDALS. The six volumes 4to (1898-1903) which have appeared to date contain 121 plates picturing 1077 Medals, all of which are carefully described in the text, which also contains many valuable historical and biographical notes. The general title of the work is "ABBILDUNGEN freimaurerischer Denkmuenzen und Medaillen mit Beschreibung und erlauternden Text historischen und biographischen Inhalts." Translation: " ILLUSTRATIONS, of Masonic memorial coins and medals with descriptions and explanatory his- torical and biographical notes." Vol. I. 22 Plates: describes German Medals, Nos. 1-172; Hamburg 1898. Vol.11. 18 Plates: (Nos. XXIII-XL) describes Swedish, Dutch, Belgian and German Medals, Nos. 173-280, Hamburg 1899. Vol. III. 20 Plates: (Nos. XLI-LX) describes Medals issued in Great Britain and its Colonies, Russia, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, &c. Nos. 288- 464. The British portion of this volume was also published in English (see infra VII); Hamburg, 1901. Vol. IV. 2X Plates: (Nos. LXI-LXXI) describes French and German Medals (Nos. 465-775); Hamburg 1902. Vol. V. 20 Plates: (Nos. LXXXII-CI) describes German and Hungarian Medals (Nos. 776-91 1); Hamburg 1903. Vol. VI. 20 Plates: (Nos. CII-CXXI) describes French and German Med- als as well as some from other countries. (Nos. 92S-1090); Hamburg 1905. There appear to be no Numbers 912-924, The last Medal shown on Plate GI in Vol. V is numbered 91 1 — the first on Plate Cll in Vol. VI is numbered 925. It is intended to continue this work. This work is cited in the catalogue as"H. M. W." Vol. VII, which will contain many American examples, is in preparation. An INDEX to these six volumes has lately appeared under the title: VI. b. -'KATALOG der EUROPAISCHEN FREIMAURER MEDAILLEN EIN FUHRER fur Logen, Sammler und Bibliotheken General — Inhaltsverzeichniss zu Band I-VI des Medaillenwerkes " Translation: '■ CATALOGUE of EUROPEAN MASONIC MEDALS A GUIDE for Lodges, Collectors and Libraries." General table of Contents to Vols. I-VI of the Medal-Work. This catalogue is however very unsatisfactory, since the Medals are ar- ranged by countries and these again subdivided by cities. There is no alphabet- ical arrangement of any kind. Hamburg N. D. 60 pages. 12mo, published by the Literary Committee of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg in 1903. VII. c. BADGES. Of this work but one volume has appeared. It is devoted entirely to mem- bership Badges of German " St. John's Lodges " and contains 93 pages of text and 36 Plates 4to. Hamburg 1902. Its title is " ABBILDUNGEN von MITGLIEDERZEICHEN DER FREIMAURERLOGEN Band I. 36 Tafeln. Die Mitgliederzeichen der aktiven Deutschen Johannislogen. Translation: "ILLUSTRATIONS of MEMBERSHIP BADGES OF FREEMASONS LODGES. Vol. I. 36 Plates. THE MEMBERSHIP BADGES OF EXISTING GERMAN ST. JOHN'S LODGES." The text gives a very interesting resume of the origin and dissemination of Freemasonry in Europe, historical notes upon the eight German Grand Lodges and the five German Independent Lodges, their work, &c. — a list of working Lodges in Germany and much statistical information. 358 Badges are illus- trated and described. VII. '• SHACKLES GEO. L. The MEDALS (Commemorative or Historical) of BRITISH FREEMASONRY. A Photographic Reproduction of Medals struck by British Lodges and Freemasons together with An accurate Description of each specimen and a full account of the Person or event thereby commemorated. 1 2 Plates 1 7S Illustrations by Geo. L. Shackles, P. M., P. P. S. G. D., N. & E, Yorks. Member of the Numismatic Society of London With an Introduction by W. J. Chetwode Crawley, L. L D., D. G. L., P. G. D., Ireland. Published conjointly by the Hamburgische Zirkel Correspondenz or Literary Committee of the Grand Lodge of Hamburg and The Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076, London. Printed by F. W. Rademacher Hamburg 1901." Text: Introduction (Crawley) pp VIII, Descriptive 97 pages. Indices 6 pages. 4to. This work is cited in the Catalogue as " Q. C." This is a republication with text in English of Plates 41-SS in Vol. 3 of the Hamburg Medal Work and describes 1 IS Medals. VIIL "BAKER: W. S. MEDALLIG PORTRAITS OF WASHINGTON - with - HISTORICAL AND CRITICAL NOTES and A Descriptive Catalogue of Coins, Medals, Tokens and Cards by W. S. BAKER. Author of " The Engraved Portraits of Washington,'' &c.. &c. Philadelphia,- Robert M. Lindsay. 1884. 4to. pp. VII and 2S2. Printed in a limited edition. This work contains a chapter entitled " Masonic Medals " pp. 121-132 de- scribing numbers 288-314. Reference is made to Marvin's Numbers, whenever the Medal described is also catalogued in that work. In the Catalogue this work is referred to as " Baker." MARK PENNIES. A number of these are contained in the collection of the Grand Lodge, and catalogued. It is only within a very short time that the use of specially designed Mark Pennies has come into general use in the Royal Arch Chapters in the Uni- ted States, elsewhere they are practically unknown. In this country they have been struck in a variety of Metals besides copper, wliich alone should be prop- erly employed. Some Chapters use imitations of the Jewish Half Shekel, some of the Jewish Shekel, in most instances, however, the expression " One Penny" appears. These pieces are of course strictly speaking, not " Medals." The first attempt to list them has been made Bro. Dr. B. P. Wright in "The Numismatist." His first paper appeared in the issue for July 1901, subsequent papers appeared in the issues for April 1903, January, February, April, May and June 1904, and presumably will be continued. Dr. Wright has republished the first and second papers in pamphlet form under the titles : "MASONIC CHAPTER PENNIES" and "MASONIC CHAPTER PEN- NIES: SECOND LIST." BENNO LOEWY. New York, April, 1905. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES OF THE GRAND LODGE, F. & A. M., STATE OF NEW YORK. MASONIC MEDALS AND TOKENS. Size in Millimeters. Reference Numbers, Marvin, Hamburg Medaillenwerkes and Ars Quatuor Goronati. 1 NEW YORK. Jubilee Medal, to commemorate the extinguishment of the debt on Masonic Hall. Obv.: Seal of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. Ins.: " GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK." Rev.: Square and Compasses within a circle crossed by Ins.: "TO COMMEMORATE THE FREEDOM OF THE CRAFT FROM DEBT 1889 M.-.W.-. FRANK R. LAWRENCE, BEING GRAND MASTER" in seven lines. In outer circle, "THE HAND OF THE LORD HATH WROUGHT THIS." Size 64. Marvin 1117. Bronze. Number struck 1500. Also struck in Silver. From Wor. E. B. Valentine. Case 1. 2 Dedication of Masonic Hall. Obv.: Front and side view of Masonic Hall, above in two cunred lines, Ins.: "TO COMMEMORATE THE DEDICA- TION OF THE MASONIC TEMPLE" below: "NEW YORK JUNE 2 1875." Rev.: a wreath enclosing a Mosaic Pavement, approached by three steps, bearing three Columns, with Radiant All-seeing Eye above, in the field three Candlesticks, Sun, Moon, Stars, Ladder with three rounds, 47th Problem of Euclid, and five-pointed Star. Size 31. Marvin 37. Bronze. Case 1. 3 Duplicate of No. 2. White Metal. Case 1, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 4 Dedication of Masonic Hall. Obv.: Front and side view cf Masonic Hall, above Ins.: " MASONIC TEMPLE NEW YORK " surmounted by All- seeing Eye. Below: "DEDICATED JUNE 2d 1875." Rev.: Seal of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, surmounted by Square and Compasses, and Level, interlaced by a ribbon. Shield shaped with cen- tre point of the top of shield terminating in a loop for a ribbon. Size 40x45. Marvin 38. Gilt. Case 1. 5 Duplicate of No. 4. Silver. Case 1. 6 Old Masonic Hall. Obv.: Front view of Old Masonic Hall, Ins. in a half circle above: "OLD MASONIC HALL, BROADWAY, N. Y." Below in two lines "ERECTED 1827 DEMOLl'D 1856." Rev.: a Mosaic Pavement bearing an altar approached by three steps, on which are the Three Great Lights, from which issue Rays, Ins. in a curved line above: " YOUTH, MANHOOD c& OLD' AGE." Below " MASONIC MED- ALETS No. 1 " in two lines, and in smaller letters curving to conform to the lower edge : " PUB. BY A. B. SAGE & CO. N. Y." Size 31. Marvin 36. Bronze. Case 1. 7 Duplicate of No. 6. Copper. Case L- 8 Duplicate of No. 6. White Metal. Case 1. 9 Old Masonic Hall. Obv.: same as No. 6. Rev.: same as No. 2 with the addition of a corded edge. Size 31. Marvin 304. Silver. There were but ten struck in this Metal. Case 1. 10 Duplicate of No. 9. (fifty struck) Bronze. Case 1. 11 Duplicate of No. 9. (fifty struck) Brass. Case 1. 12 Holland Lodge. In commemoration of the Dedication of Masonic Hall. Obv.: a shield bearing the Three Great Lights resting on a scroll having the legend " DEUGD ZY UW CIERAAD " (Virtue be your ornament). Below the scroll two right hands joined supported by a Lion with a sword in its right paw, on the right, and an Eagle having a Globe in its left talon, on the left. Surmounted by the All-seeing Eye, surrounded by thirteen five-pointed Stars, the rays from which illuminate the shield. Ins.: " HOLLANDSCHE LOGE STAAT VAN NIEUW YORK " at the bottom "* 5787 *" Rev.: same as No. 2. Size 31. Marvin 710. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. H. G. Garter. Case 1. 13 Holland Lodge. Obv.: of No. 12. Rev.: of No. 6. Size 31. Marvin 709. Bronze. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUmES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 14 Holland Lodge. Obv.: same as No. 12. Rev. Ins. above : "FD. SEPT. 20 AS No. 8, ORIG'L WAR'NT STOLEN" extending two-thirds around the medal, under this on a semi-circular ribbon: "FIRST MASTER JOHN MEYER." Above in six lines, " REIS'D A. L. 5810, BY G. L. OF N. Y. CHGD TO No. 16, 5819: 13, 5850: 8, 5839" and below in small letters in two curved lines " L F. W. D E S. G. H. L. Fee." Size 31. Marvin 302. Silver. Case 1. 15 Duplicate of No. 14. Copper. Case 1. 16 Duplicate of No. 14. Brass. Case 1. .17 Holland Lodge Centennial. Obv.: same as No. 12. Rev.: same as No. 2. Size 31. Marvin 720. Bronze. Case 1. 18 Masonic Temple Albany, Dedication. Obv.: Front and side view of Masonic Temple within a dotted circle, Ins.:. "MASONIC TEMPLE ALBANY, N. Y." Rev.: Portrait of M.-.W.". James Ten Eyck. Ins.: "DEDICATED OCT. 26, 1896 * M.-.W.". JAMES TEN EYCK, P. G. M. *" Suspended from a bar Ins.: "17.68 1896" divided by Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," within a diamond. Size 39. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. James Ten Eyck. Case I. 19 Masonic Home, Laying Corner Stone. Obv.: View of Masonic Home, Ins.: " STRUCK BY THE TRUSTEES OF THE MASONIC HALL AND ASYLUM FUND." Rev.: within a, wreath Ins.: "TO COM- MEMORATE THE LAYING OF THE CORNER STONE OF THE MASONIC ASYLUM AT UTICA BY THE GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, MAY 21, 5891, THE M-". W.-. JOHN W. VROOMAN, BEING GRAND MASTER," in fourteen lines. Suspended by a blue ribbon from a bar bearing two spears of wheat crossed separating the dates " 1842 1891." Size 38. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. H. G. Carter. Case 1. 20 Masonic Home, Dedication. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," above in four curved lines: "TO COMMEMORATE THE DED- ICATION OF THE ASYLUM" beneath in one curved line "AT UTICA, N. Y. OCT. 5, 5892," the whole enclosed within a wreath. Rev. Ins.: STRUCK BY THE GRAND LODGE OF F. AND A. M. STATE OF NEW YORK, THE M.-.W.-. JAMES TEN EYCK, BEING GRAND MASTER" in eight lines, the first, fourth and eighth curving. Suspended by a blue ribbon from a bar bearing the dates " 1842 1892" separated by a wreath. Size 40. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. H. G. Cariier. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTISUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 21 7th Regiment Armory, Laying Corner Stone. Obv.: within a wreath of wheat, vine leaves, grapes and olive, a Perfect Ashlar with Three Burning Tapers on its top, and the Square and Compasses enclosing the figure 7, on its face. Ins. above: -ARMORY SEVENTH REGT. N. Y. S. N. G." and below: "* CORNER STONE LAID OCT. 13, 1877.*" Rev.: a trophy of muskets and flags from behind which on either side appear the muzzle of cannon and balls below them, in front of the trophy is a shield bearing the regimental arms, surmounted by an Eagle, in the foreground Sword, Trowel, Square and Rule. Ins. oh a ribbon: "*PRO OPERE AUT BELLE.*" Below in four lines: "BY THE M.-.W.-. GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. N. Y." Size 39. Marvin 711. Bronze. A limited number of these medals were struck and issued privately by Bro. Wm. Poillon. Case 1. 22 Duplicate of No. 21. White Metal. From Bro. Wm. Poillon. Case 1. 23 Egyptian Obelisk, Laying Corner Stone. Obv.: View of the Obelisk. Ins. above : " THE EGYPTIAN OBELISK " beneath in smaller letters : " WAS TRANSPORTED FROM EGYPT "AND ERECTED IN CEN- TRAL PARK, NEW YORK 1880." Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," crossed by Magician's Rod and Roman Cross, Ins.: "CORNER STONE LAID BY THE GRAND LODGE F. A. M. STATE OF N. Y." with date under the Square "OCTOBER 9. 1880." Size 33. Marvin 712. Bronze. From Wor. W. J. Allen. Case 1. 24 Duplicate of No. 23. White Metal. From M.'.W.'. John W. Simons. Case 1. 25 Masonic Fair, 1887. Obv.: Portrait M.-.W.'. Frank R. Lawrence, within a circle Ins.: "M.-.W.-. FRANK R. LAWRENCE, *GRAND MASTER*" Rev. within a wreath: "SOUVENIR OF THE MASONIC FAIR NOV- EMBER 28th" in five lines, the first and fifth curved. In outer circle: "IN AID OFTHE ASYLUM FUND *1887.*" ^ ■-' Size 37. Bronze. From the Fair Committee. Case 1 . ' 26 Duplicatfe of No. 25. White Metal. From Wor. Leopold Stern. Case 1. Of these Medals there were struck Silver 1, Bronze 25, White Metal 2000, of which 1800 were pierced, and 200 unpierced. 27 Dr. Kane. Obv.: Bust of Dr. Kane facing right, over framed picture of an Arctic Scene, on each side of which are American Flags, below the picture in small letters: "G. H. LOVETT, N. Y." Ins.: "DR. ELISHA KENT KANE, THE GREAT ARCTIC NAVIGATOR, U. S. N." Rev.: A Mosaic Pavement approached by three steps, bearing three Columns COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. the centre one surmounted by letter "G" and a cluster of seven Stars, All-seeing Eye and Rays, three Burning Tapers, five-pointed Star, Moon, Ladder of three rounds, Three (ireat Lights and a Coffin bearing Skull and Crossbones ; two crossed branches surround these devices outside of which is a ribbon Ins.: "NON NOBIS SOLEM, SED TOTO MUNDO NATI," at the bottom between the stems of the branches "MDGGCLIX." Borders reeded. Size 50. Marvin 291. Bronze. From Bro. Galvm D. riayward. Case 1. 28 Duplicate of Ng. 27. White Metal. Case L 29 Socrates Lodge, No. 695. Obv.: The All-seeing Eye, surrounded by Rays, below which is Ins. "SOCRATES LH No. 595, INSTITUTEO. JUNE 28th 1866" in four hnes, the first and third curving, the last extending more than half-way round the lower edge of the Medal. Rev.: the same as No. 27 without the All-seeing Eye on top and the band with inscription. Size 27. Marvin 282. Silver. From M.'.W.-. John \7. Simons. Case 1 . 30 L.berty Lodge, No. 510, 25th Anniversary. ' Obv.:Columns "J." and " B." on platform with three steps, wi-h Rising Sun between surmounted by a Delta with Rays; beneath: Hour Glass, Level and Gauge. Ins.: "SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." withm a wreath. Ins.: "LIBERTY LODGE No. 510, COHOCTON.N. Y. CHARTD JUNE 15th, 5861 SOUVENIR QUAR- TER CENTURY ^886. FINLAY M. KING, G.'.M.-.— JAMES M. AUSTIN, G.-.S.-." Size 34. Bronze. Case 1. 31 York Lodge, No. 197. Obv.: a Rose, Ins.: " YORK," above and " 197" below; on a ribbon within a circle, Ins.: "YORK LODGE, No. 197, F. & A. M. ' Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," within a double circle, Ins.: "MASONIC HALL, 6TH AVE. & 23 ST., N. f. CITY," in outer circle: "AUSTIN ROOM, SECOND AND FOURTH FRIDAYS." Size 31. Aluminum. From Wor. J. F. Hitchcock. Case 1. 32 Mount Neboh Lodge, No. 257. 500th Master Mason. Obv. :■ Three Great Lights, Square, Level and Trowel with Mountains in the background, within a circle, Ins.: "MOUNT NEBOH LODGE, No. 257, N. Y. INST. JUNE 11, 5852." Rev. Ins.. "IN COMMEMORATION OF THE RAISING OF THE 500th MASTER MASON IN MOUNT NEBOH □ 257, F. & A. M. MAY 8, 1895." Size 34. Marvin 1152. White Metal. From Wor. Isidor Metzger. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 33 German Pilgrim Lodge, No. 179. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," within a circle, Ins.: GERMAN PILGRIM [H No. 179 "with branches beneath. Rev.: Blank. Size 36. ( Casting) Brass. Case 1. 34 Trinity Lodge, No. 12, Semi-centennial. Obv.: Three Columns connected by a chain which passes twice around each, crossing itself between them. On the top of the left Column is an Owl, on the centre, a Lion, and on the right, a Peacock ; in the foreground. Compasses with points resting on a Square and the head upon the Bible, at the top, the All- seeing Eye within a Radiant Delta. Rev.: a Delta enclosing the Ins.: " 5847 I. J. D. W. L. Z. G. FEIER 50 J. JUBILAUMS D. TRINITY n No. 1 2 " in five lines. Size 38. Marvin 319. Silver. Very Rare. Case 1. 35 Apollo Lodge, No. 13, Centennial. Obv.: Conjoined Busts facing right. . Ins.: "APOLLO LODGE No. 13 F. & A. M. TROY, N. Y. INSTITU- TED DEC 12, 1796." Rev.: Seal of Apollo Lodge supported by Plumb and Level, Ins. above: "JOHN BIRD, W. M. JOHN WOODWORTH, S. W. SAMUEL MINER, J. W. 1796" below: "1896, JAMES R. LLOYD, W. M. W. E. MARTIN, S. W. G. F. PAGE, J. W." Suspended from a bar bearing Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G" and All- seeing Eye, dividing dates " 1796 1896." Size 38. Marvin 1132. Bronze. Case 1. 36 Anglo Saxon Lodge, No. 137, Semi-centennial. Obv.: an Altar between two Columns, with letter "G" and All-seeing Eye above, and Radiant Star beneath. Ins.: FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY *1848JUNE 1898*" Rev.: Square and Compasses within a circle, Ins.: "ANGLO SAXON LODGE BROOKLYN, N. Y." surrounded by wreath with "137" in opening on top. Suspended from a bar, Ins. : ANGLO SAXON [137]." Size 45. Gilt. From Anglo Saxon Lodge, No. 137. Case 1. 37 Washington Lodge, No. 21, Centennial. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," within a circle. Ins.: " WASHINGTON LODGE No. 21, F. & A. M. *INST MARCH 5th 1800.*" Rev. Ins.: "IN COMMEMORATION OF THE ONE HUNDRETH ANNIVERSARY MARCH Sth 1900." Suspended from a bar Ins.: "SOUVENIR." Size 32. Aluminum. From Washington Lodge, No. 21. Case 1. 38 Hudson River Lodge, No. 607, 25 year Service Medal. Obv.: Washing- ton's Headquarters at Newburgh, with mountains in the background, within a dotted circle. Above the All-seeing Eye; beneath : Square and Compasses and Ins.: "INST 1866." Around the circle : "HUD- SON RIVER LODGE, No. 607 NEWBURGH, N. Y." Rev. ornamental scrftll, Ins.: "MASTER MASON 25 YEARS" with a wreath of leaves forming a half-circle and space for name of recipient. Suspended from COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. a bar bearing "[607]" supported by twenty-four inch Gauge and Mallet, on one side, and Trowel and Plumb, on the other. This Medal is presented to all members of Hudson River Lodge, after 25 years of service, regardless of the period of their membership in the Lodge. Size 45. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. Charles H. Halstead. Case 1. 39 Williamsburgh Board of Relief. Obv.: Figure emblematic of Charity surrounded by children. Rev. Ins.: "ROBT. DUNCAN PRES. GEO. L. JUDSON V. PRES. W. S. GONELY JR. SEC. GHAS. WALLER, TR." enclosed within a circle. In outer circle : "WILLIAMSBURGH MASONIC BOARD OF RELIEF *1870*" Size 41. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. John W.' Simons. Case 1. 40 Grand Chapter, Centennial. Obv.: on a circular sunk field, a Mosaic Pavement bearing two Columns supporting an Arch, on the Keystone of which is a Triple Tau, in the background, the Ark of the Covenant bearing Cherubims, with a Gloria above. Ins. above extending two- thirds around the Medal: "ALBANY FEBRUARY 1st 2nd & 3rd 1898" below: "*LAUS DEO,*" Rev.: Seal of Grand Chapter on a sunk field, Ins. above, extending nearly around the Medal: "GRAND CHAPTER R.-.A.-.M.-. STATE OF. NEW YORK" below: "*1798- 1898.*" Size 45. Marvin 1123a. Bronze. From the Grand Chapter. Case 1. 41 Central City Commandery, No. 25, K. T. Obv.: Double Gross surmounted by a Crown, bearing a circle enclosing a smaller Cross, Ins.: "CEN- TRAL CITY SYRACUSE" on arms of larger Cross: "KNIGHTS TEMPLAR." Ins. above, extending two-thirds around the Medal: "CENTRAL CITY COMMANDERY " below : "*No. 25 K. T.-" Rev.: Delta with Sword and Sceptre behind it, surrounded by Rays from All- seeing Eye above, bearing Roman Cross and letters: "I. H. S." Ins.: "GRAND COMMANDERY K. T. STATE OF NEW YORK." Sus- pended by chains from a barrel shaped bar, Ins.: "86th ANNUAL CONCLAVE, SYRACUSE, SEPT. 1899, 25-27." Size 45. Bronze. From Wor. Charles Olpp. Case 1. 42 Magic Square. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing profile portrait, supported by the 47th problem of Euclid, five-pointed Star, and figures: "1, 1, 8, 8," beneath branches with stems crossed dividing figures: "3, 6, 9." Ins.: "DEVOTED TO COLLECTORS OF MASONIC MEDALS." Rev. Magic Square of Numbers. Ins.: "THE MAGIG POWER OF NUMBERS INVENTED BY ED F. 1860." ^ Size 51. White Metal. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McClenachan. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 43 General Lafayette. Obv.: Clothed profile bust of Lafayette facing right, dividing Ins.: "GENERAL LAFAYETTE." Below the bust in small letters: " N. Y. M. C. SERIES No. 2." (for New York Medal Club,) Rev.: Masonic emblems within a wreath as No. 2. Size 31. Marvin 280. Silver. Case 1. 44 Duplicate of No. 43. Bronze. Case ]. 45 Duplicate of No. 43. Copper. Case 1. There were but ten sets of this Medal struck in these metals. 46 Olive Branch Lodge, No. 39,, Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," a branch extending across under the left, and over the right leg of the 'Compasses. Beneath the Square : -DE WITT CLINTON G.' M." underneath which is a Level. Ins.: extending two-thirds around the Medal: "OLIVE BRANCH [I] No. 39 CHARTERED 5813." Rev.: View of the Old Round House and Tower, within a circle, Ins. above, extending half around the circle: "THE OLD ROUND HOUSE, LE ROY, N. Y." Below, in smaller letters : "ERECTED 1826, DEMOL- ISHIiD IBS?." This building was erected for a Masonic Temple, and afterward used as a school house, and was noted in the neighborhood, from the fact that William Morgan, is said to have aided in its erection. Size 34. Marvin 288. Bronze. Case 1. 47 Mark Penny, Binghamton Chapter, No. 139. Obv.: Keystone bearing within circle: " H-T-W-S-S-T-K-S-" on the left in a curved line : "BINGHAMTON," on the right: "No. 139 R. A.M." above: "CHAP- TER" below: " 1852." Rev.: "ONE PENNY "within a wreath formed of two branches with stems crossed and tied at the bottom' with a rib- bon, between the ends of the ribbon: "1-100," Around the edge: "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." Size 28. Copper. Case 1. 48 Mark Penny, Copestone Chapter, No. 205. Obv.: Delta enclosing : "No. 205." Ins.: " ROBERT DOWNEY COPESTONE R. A. M. JUNE 9th 1869." Rev.: on reverse of English Penny. Size 38. Engraved. Copper. Case 1. 49 Mark Penny, Ancient Chapter, No. 1. Obv.: Keystone bearing name of "H. COMSTOCK, E.-.M.-.G.-." Ins.: "105 W 94 ST N. Y. CITY." Rev.: "ONE PENNY" in circle. Ins.: " ANCIENT CHAPTER No. 1. R.-.A.-.M.-. of N. Y." Size 33. Bronze. From Bro. J. B. Russell. Case 1. 50 Mark Penny, St. George's Chapter, No. 157. Obv.: St. George and the Dragon. Ins.: "ST. GEORGE'S CHAPTER No. 157, R. A. M. ♦SCHENECTADY, N. Y." Rev.: Keystone with ribbon above, and " ONE PENNY " below. Supported on sides by Mallet and Chisel, Pick, Spade and Crowbar. Size 31. Bronze. From St. George's Chapter. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 51 Mark Penny, Riverside Chapter, No. 260. Obv.; Keystone bearing within a circle "H T W S S T K S." On the right of the Keystone, a Mallet, on the left, a Chisel. • Rev. within a double circle: " ONE PENNY," in the outer circle, above : " RIVERSIDE CHAPTER No. 260, R. A. M." below ■ "BALDWINSVILLE, N. Y." In inner circle above : " CHAR- TERED FEBY 7th," below: "1872." Size 31. Bronze. , Case 1. 52 Mark Penny, Ivy Chapter, No. 238. Obv.: same as No. 51. Rev.: same design as No. 51, Ins.: "IVY CHAPTER, No. 238, R, A. M. * NEW YORK CITY. * CHARTERED FEBRUARY 2nd 18?0." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 53 Mark Penny, Apollo Chapter, No. 48. Obv.: Keystone bearing "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." within two raised circles. Ins. above: "APOLLO CHAPTER No. 48, R. A. M." below: " > A. D. 1816. TROY N. Y. A. J. 2346. < " Rev.: Branches extending two-thirds around with sterna crossed below, above the stems, a Mallet resting on a Chisel. Above between the tips of the branches; "ONE PENNY" over Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." Size 32. Bronze. Case 1. 54 Mark Penny, Montgomery Chapter; No. 257. Obv.: same as No. 51. Rev.: same design as No. 51, Ins.: " MONTGOMERY CHAPTER No. 257, R. A. M. STILLWATER, N. Y. CHARTERED FEBRUARY 8th 1871." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 55 Mark Penny, Hudson River Chapter, No.' 262. Obv.; same as No. 51. Rev.: within a circle, Ins.: "CHARTERED ONE PENNY FEBRU- ARY 7th 1872 " in five lines, the first and last curved, In outer cir- cle, above: " HUDSON RIVER CHAPTER No. 262, R. A. M." Below "WEST TROY, N. Y." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 56 Mark Penny, Highland Chapter, No. 52. Obv.: same as No. 51. Rev.: Seal of Highland Chapter, Ins.: "HIGHLAND CHAPTER, No. 52, R. A. M. * NEWBURGH, N. Y. INST. FEB. 1864." Size 35. Bronze. From R.'.W.'. Charles H. Halstead. Case 1. 57 Mark Penny, Niagara Chapter, No. 200. Obv.: Keystone bearing within a circle, " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." supported by a Chisel on one side, and Mallet on the other, above: "ONE" below: "PENNY." Rev.: Delta enclosing Ark of the Covenant enclosed in two circles, Ins.: in outer circle : " NIAGARA CHAPTER No. 200 R. A. M. NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y." In inner circle: "ORGANIZED FEB. 7, A. D. 1867. A. L. 5867. A. J. 2397." Size 35. Bronze. ■ Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 58 Mark Penny. Obv.: Keystone bearing within double circle: "H T W S S T K S." Rev.: blank. Size 23. Copper. Case 1. 59 St. John's Lodge, No. 22, Centennial. Obv.: Radiant Square and Com- passes enclosing letter "G" in a sunk field. Ins. above, extending two- thirds around the Medal: "ST. JOHNS LODGE No. 22 F. & A. M." Below in smaller letters: "*GREENFIELD CENTRE N. Y.*" Rev.: within a wreath open at the top, Ins.: 'STRUCK BY ST. JOHNS LODGE TO COMMEMORATE ITS 100th YEAR OF CONTINUOUS WORK" in seven lines, the first line curved. Suspended from a bar, Ins.: " 1802-JUNE 2-1902." Size 32. Bronze. From St. John's Lodge, No. 22. Case L 60 Mark Penny, Tynan Chapter, No. 219. Obv.: Keystone bearing within a double circle Ins.: "H T W S S T K S." Supported on the left by a Chisel, on the right by a Mallet. Rev.: within a double circle, Ins. above: "CHARTERED FEBRUARY 3rd." Below: " 1869," legend: " ONE PENNY" in two lines. Above, Ins.: " TYRIAN CHAPTER No. 219, R. A. M." Below: "NEW BRIGHTON, N. Y." Size 30. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. L. W. Jewell. Case 1. 61 Dedication Masonic Hall, New York City. Obv.: Front and Side View of Masonic Hall, Ins. above: "MASONIC TEMPLE," below: "NEW YORK." Rev.: Keystone bearing within a double circle: "H T W S S T K S." Ins. above: "DEDICATED," below: "JUNE 2nd 18ZS." Above the Keystone in small letters: " PAT JUNE 1," below: " 1875." This Medal was struck in Philadelphia, but owing to the Grand Lodge of New York having issued an official Medal, was not put on sale. Size 23. Silver. From Bro. Benno Loewy. Case 1. 62 Mount Vernon Chapter, No. 228, Mount Vernon, N. Y. Obv.: Naked bust of Washington facing right. Ins. above, extending nearly around: "TRUE, AND WISE, AND MERCIFUL AND JUST," below: "1732- 99." Below the bust, in small letters: "I. F.W. — C. H. L." Rev. within a beaded circle: Gates at Mt. Vernon, Ins. above: " MOUNT VERNON CHAPTER No. 228 R.-.A.-.M.-." below: " Mnt VERNON, N. Y." Size 31. Marvin 704. White Metal. From Bro. Benno Loewy. Case 1. 63 Mark Penny, Corinthian Chapter, No. 159. Obv.: Keystone bearing within a double circle, legend: "HTWSSTK S," supported by Chisel on left and Mallet on right. Rev. Ins. above: "CORINTHIAN CHAPTER No. 159, R. A. M." below: "NEW YORK CITY." Enclos- ing within a double circle, Ins. above: "THE MATINEE CHAPTER" below: "1856" the legend: "ONE PENNY" in two lines. Size 31. Bronze. From Corinthian Chapter, No. 159. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 64 Mark Penny. Obv.: inscribed across field : "ONE PENNY" with Blaz- ing Sun above, and Scales of Justice below. Rev. : within a divided half wreath above and a curved ribbon scroll, Ins.: "DUM TACET CLIMAT " (while silent it speaks, ) below, partly split trunk of tree, with wedge inserted in left end, an axe in right, and Maul with head on the ground leaning against it, and Dove bearing Olive Branch above. Size 28. Copper. Case 1. Very rare with this reverse. 65 Mark Penny, Greenwood (now Chaldean) Chapter, No. 26S, R. A. M. Brooklyn, N. Y. A four Centesimos Uruguay coin. Obv.: Blazing Sun on which is stamped a Delta enclosing: " 265 R. A. M." in two lines, within, Ins. above extending nearly around : " REPUBLIGA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY," below: " +1 1869 * " Rev.: enclosed within a circle on a field of cross lines: "4" with ribbon scroll above, Ins.: "CENTESIMOS," within an open wreath of branches with stems crossed and tied with a ribbon below. Size 35. Copper. From Bro. Thomas B. Lewis. 'Case 1. 66 Semi-centennial Medal Clinton Commandery, No. 14, K. T. Obv.: naked Bust of De Witt Clinton, facing quarter right, on the left: "1828," on the right: "1878." above: "No. 14, K. T." below: "JUNE 6th," within, Ins. above : " CLINTON COMMANDERY," below : "SEMI- CENTENNIAL MEMORIAL." Rev.: Maltese Cross with three Stars between each arm, bearing a Norman Shield with raised border enclos- ing Roman Cross and Crown, surmounted by a Casque, legend on left : "IN HOC" above, "SIGNO" on right, "VINGES" below, an orna- mental scroll. Size 42. Silver. Unique in this metal. From R.-.W.-. Claudius F. Beatty. Case 1. 67 Mark Penny, Manhattan Chapter, No. 184, R. A. M., New York City. Obv.: Keystone bearing within a double circle : " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." in wide short letters ; supported by a Chisel on left, and Mallet on right, Ins. below: "INSTITUTED 1865." Rev.: Ins. above extending nearly around : "MANHATTAN CHAPTER, No. 184, R. A. M.," below: " NEW YORK." enclosing legend : "CNE FENNY" in two lines. Size 30. Bronze. Case 1. 68 Mark Penny, Harmony Chapter, No. 151, R. A. M., Norwich, N. Y. Obv.: type of No. 57, Ins. above extending nearly around: "HAR- MONY CHAPTER, No. 151, R. A. M.," below: "NORWICH, N. Y." enclosing Delta with points' resting on a double circle, Ins. above : "OR- GANIZED FEB. 8, 1855." Rev.: obverse of No. 52, with legend above: "ONE" below: "PENNY." Size 30. Bronze. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 200 PENNSYLVANIA. Dedication of Masonic Temple. Obv. : View of Tem- ple Building, Ins. above: "NEW MASONIC TEMPLE," below: "PHIL- ADELPHIA." Rev.: Square and Compasses surmounted by AU-see- Jng Eye, Ins.: "DEDICATED SEPTEMBER 26 A. D. 1875. A. L. 5875." Size 38. Marvin 284. Silver. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case I. 201 Duplicate of No. 200. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. H. G. Carter. Case 1. 202 Sesqui Centennial of Initiation of George Washington. Obv.: Clothed bust of Washington facing left, Ins.: " E. A. NOV. 4, 5752. F. C. MAR. 5, 5755. M. M. AUG. 4, 5753." in three lines. In circle: " SESQUI - CENTENNIAL - OF - WASHINGTON'S - INITIATION - AS - A - FREEMASON - A - L - 5.902." Rev.: Seal of Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Ins.: "GRAND LODGE OF PENNSYLVANIA, VIRTUTE SILENTIO AMORE." •Size 52. Bronze. From Wor. George P. Rupp. Case 1. 203 Philo Lodge, No. 444, Sesqui Centennial of Initiation of George Washing- ton. Obv.: Clothed bust of Washington facing left. Ins.: "SESQUI CENTENNIAL OF THE INITIATION OF WASHINGTON INTO FREEMASONRY, NOV. 4, A. L. 5752." Rev.: conjoined portraits: "Edgar A. Tennis, R. W. Grand Master, John L. Kinsey, Worshipful Master." Ins.: "PHILO LODGE No. 444, F. & A. M. PHILADEL- PHIA NOVEMBER 29, A. D. 1902." Size 52. Bronze. From Wor. George P. Rupp. Case 1. 204 Cassia Lodge, No. 273. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." Ins.: "*GASSIA LODGE No. 273, F. & A. M.* ARDMORE, PA." Rev.: Wreath with Keystone below. Size 25. Gilt. Case 1. 205 Duplicate of No. 204, with blank Reverse. Gilt. Case 1. 206 Robert Burns Lodge, No. 404. Obv.: Apron, Ins.: "ROBERT BURNS LODGE F. & A. M." On the flap of the Apron: "No. 404" with branches below, stems crossed and tied with a ribbon. Rev.: blank. Suspended from a bar bearing Cross and Crown surrounded by Rays, within a circle, dividing, Ins.: "PITTSBURGH, OCTOBER 1898." Size 35. Silvered. Case 1. 207 Covenant Lodge, No. 456. Same design as No. 206. Ins.: "COVENANT LODGE, A. Y. M. No. 456. (Without bar. ) Size 35. Silvered. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 208 Philadelphia Chapter, No. 169. Obv.: Crossed Deltas forming a six- pointed Star enclosing a Delta surrounded by Rays, Ins.: "PHILA- DELPHIA R. A. CHAPTER No. 169 * INS'TD MAY 18, 2380.*" Rev.: Delta enclosing triple Tau, Ins.: "THOMAS S. STOUT M. E. H. P. DEC. 11, 1901," and the legend: "WHATSOEVER IS RIGHT THAT SHALL YE RECEIVE.*" Size 30. Bronze. From Wor. George P. Rupp. Case 1. 209 Mary Commandery, No. 36. Obv.: Maltese Cross bearing a shield quar- tered, and date "1869 " and legend: "RABONI, ALL HAIL." Ins.; "MARY COMMANDSRY No. 56. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, PHILADEL- PHIA PENNA." Rev.: within a virreath, Ins.: "PILGRIMAGE TO SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA AUGUST 21, 1883." Size 33. White Metal. Case L 210 Mary Commandery, No. 36. Obv.: Mary kneeling at the feet of Jesus, Ins. below: "RABONI." Above, in the border: " MARY." Rev. Ins.: "MARY COMMANDERY, - No. 36 - MASONIC KNIGHTS - TEMP- LAR - PHILADELPHIA CONSTITUTED OCT. 19, 1869 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR REUNION IN COMMEMORATION OF THE HUND- REDTH ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE JUNE 1st 1876" in sixteen lines. Shield shaped with loop. Suspended from a red ribbon. This Medal belonged to R.-.W.-. Robert Macoy. Size 36x4?. White Metal. From G. W. D. Crittenton. Case 1 . 211 Mark Penny, Montgomery Chapter, No. 262. Obv.: Ornamented Key- stone bearing: " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." in raised letters in a sunk circle, on the rigjit a Mallet, on the left a Chisel, above: "ONE," below: "PENNY." Rev.: a Delta enclosing Ark of the Covenant, with burning Censer on top, on a field of raised crossed lines within a circle. Ins. above, extending two-thirds around: "MONTGOMERY CHAPTER No. 262, R. A. M." Below: "ARDMORE, PA." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 212 St. John's Commandery, No. 4, Semi-centennial. Obv,: Shield bearing Cross and Crown with Rays, Ins.: "BE THOU FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH " six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas, Square and Com- passes, surmounted by a scroll bearing legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VIN- CES " and Casque. Ins.: " ST. JOHN'S COMMANDERY No. 4 MAS- ONIC KNIGHTS TEMPLAR PHILADELPHIA PENNA. "in four lines. Rev. Ins.: "ST. JOHN'S COMMANDERY STATIONED AT PHILA- DA" forming a circle enclosing: "SEMI CENTENNIAL ANNIVER- SARY JUNE IS, 1869. CONSTITUTED JUNE 15, 1819." in seven lines, with scroll across the centre with: " SIR JOHN W. SIMONS KN'T" engraved on it. Suspended from a ribbon, Ins.: "ST. JOHN'S COMMANDERY No. 4, K. T. t JUNE 15, 1869, PHILADELPHIA" woven in it. Size 46. Marvin 17. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. John W. Simons. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 213 Duplicate of No. 212, without name. White IVtetal. Case 1. 214 Triennial Conclave, K. T., St. Louis, 1896. Obv.: Knight reclining on rocks. Cross above, Mountains in the bacltground. Ins.: "PILGRIM- AGE OF THE ST. LOUIS CLUB TO TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE, ST. LOUIS 1896." Rev. Maltese Cross, with emblems, Ins.: "PHILA- DELPHIA, KADOSH, ST. ALBAN & KENSINGTON COMMAND- ERIES PHILA. PA." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 215 Triennial Conclave, K. T., Pittsburgh, 1898. Obv.: Maltese Cross bear- ing Roman Cross and Crown, and legend: " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Rev. Ins.: "27th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE - K. T. - PITTSBURGH, PA. OCT. 1898." Size 17. (Brass) Gilt. Case 1 216 City of Mexico Club. Obv.: Camp of Knights Templar, Ins.: "CITY OF MEXICO CLUB, K. T. OF PHILADELPHIA * TRIENNIAL CON- CLAVE AT WASHINGTON, D. C. 1889." Rev.: Eagle with snake in its beak, Ins.: "PHILADELPHIA, ST. JOHN'S, MARY, ST. AL- BAN, AND CORINTHIAN COMMANDERIES PHILA. PA." Size 37. Bronze. Case 1. 217 Duplicate of No. 2 1 6. White Metal. Case 1. 218 Grand Commandery Pennsylvania, 34th Annual Conclave. Obv.: Por- trait Ins.: " RIGHT EMINENT GRAND COMMANDER." Rev.: Cross and Crown, Ins.: " 34th ANNUAL CONCLAVE OF THE GRAND GOMMANDERY, K, T. OF PENNSYLVANIA, PHILADELPHIA MAY 24, 25 1887." Size 25. (Brass) Gilt. Case 1. 219 Centennial, Philadelphia, Obv.: Three Great Lights. Rev.: on a raised field, with a border of leaves and berries, and the date " 1876 " incused Ins.. ''STRUCK IN THE MAIN BUILDING OF THE INTERNA- TIONAL EXHIBITION PHILA. ON THE FIRST STEAM COINING PRESS USED BY THE U. S. MINT." in nine lines. Milled edge, only fi.fty struck. Size 19. Marvin 276. Silver. Case 1. 220 San Francisco Club. Obv.: Maltese Cross bearing a Roman Cross and Crown, Ins.: "PILGRIMAGE" OF SAN FRANCISCO CLUB TO THE TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE - 1883 -" Rev.: Pilgrim on a sunk field, Ins. in two circular lines: " PHILADELPHIA ST. JOHN'S KADOSH ST. ALBAN CORINTHIAN AND KENSINGTON COMMANDERIES KNIGHTS TEMPLAR PHILA. PA." Size 30. Brass. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 221 Chester Gommandery, No. 66. Obv.; withm a circle, an ornamental Shield surrounded by Rays, bearing a ribbon diagonally across. Radiant Roman Gross and Grown, crossed Deltas forming a six-pointed Star, above Monogram: "G G," below: "66 " in outer circle Ins.: " CHESTER ' GOMMANDERY K. T. CHESTER PA." Rev. Ins. around the outer edge: " THIRTY- NINTH ANNUAL CONCLAVE " enclosing: "PHIL- ADELPHIA" in half circle, and "PA. MAY 24, 1892 " in three straight lines. Size 25. Brass. Case 1. 222 Pennsylvania Gommandery, No. 70. Obv.: Keystone bearing a Roman Gross and Grown, embordered by a ribbon Ins.: "PENNSYLVANIA GOMMANDERY" surmounted by Maltese Cross, Ins.: " K. T." sup- ported by horses rearing, within a circular Ins.: "PENNSYLVANIA GOMMANDERY No. ?0 K. T. PHILADELPHIA PA." Rev. Ins.: "PILGRIMAGE TO DENVER AUGUST 1892 " in five lines. Size 55. White- Metal. Case 1. 225 Token, William W. Long. Obv.: Keystone bearing Square and Compasses, and All-seeing Eye within a circle, above, extending one-third around: "*WILLIAM W. LONG*" below: Nos. 576 578 & 380 So. 3rd St. PHILADA." Rev.: across the centre a Rebus (Brilliant) formed by a Bee, branches forming an R, an Eye, branches forming L, L, an Eye, and an Ant. Ins. in ten lines including the Rebus: "PISTOL & RIFLE GALLERIES BAGATELLE & SHUFFLE BOARDS LIQUORS OY- STERS SEGARS &G (Brilliant) REFECTORY & MUSEUM HOTEL BILLIARDS & BOWLING." first and last lines curving to conform to the edge of the Token. Very Rare. Size 28. Marvin 723. Coppfer. Case 1. 224 Knights Templar Medal. Obv.: Maltese Cross resting on Sword and Sceptre, bearing a Shield, a smaller Shield in the centre, and Maltese Cross quarterings surmounted by a Crown. Rev. Ins.: "WASHING- TON PILGRIMAGE 1889 " in three lines. Size 25. Brass. Case 1. 225 Knights Templar Medalet. Obv. same as No. 224, with legend: " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES " above, and "K. T." below. Lords Prayer in fifteen lines. Size 13. Brass. Case 1. 226 Knights Templar Medal. Obv.: Maltese Gross bearing Radiant Roman Cross, within a double circle bearing legend: " IN HOG SIGNO VIN- CES" resting on crossed swords. Rev. forming a circle, Ins.: "MAS- ONIC KNIGHTS TEMPLAR" enclosing in Monogram: " K. T." Size 25. Brass. Case 1. 227 Knights Templar Medalet. Obv.: ornamental Maltese Cross resting on crossed Swords, arms of the Cross bearing Keystone, Square and COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Compasses, and " K. T." with Crown in the centre. Rev.: Lords Pray- er in fifteen lines. Size 13. Brass. Case 1. 228 Knights Templar Medalet. Obv.: Maltese Cross bearing a Shield, above, legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES" below: "K.T." Rev.: Cross and Crown. Size 13. Brass. Case 1. 229 Duplicate of No. 2 12. Ins.: "SIR ROBERT MACOYKN'T." (Presented to R.-.W.-. Robert Macoy.) Gilt. From G. W. D. Crittenton. Case 1 . 230 Annual Conclave, Grand Commandery of Pennsylvania, 1887. Obv.: a Norman Shield bearing Radiant Cross and Grown; above in quartering, a Maltese Cross supported by a. Greek Cross on the right and left; below: Square and Compasses, points of Compasses beneath Square, on the left, six-pfointed Star formed by Deltas interlaced, on the right. Surmounted by a Casque with visor closed, the shoulder piece nearly covering Maltese Cross m quartering, supported by standards on the right and left. Legend above: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES" in a curved line. Rev. Ins. above: "ANNUAL CONCLAVE," below: "MAY 23-25, 1887," enclosing: "MASONIC KNIGHTS TEMPLAR PHILADEL- • PHIA, PA." in five curved lines. Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 231 Duplicate of No. 230. White Metal. Case 1. 300 NEW JERSEY. Mark Penny, Adelphic Chapter, No. 33. Obv,: Key- stone, Mallet and Chisel. Rev.: "ONE PENNY" within a circle. Ins.: "ADELPHIC CHAPTER No. 33, R. A. M. PATERSON, NEW JER- SEY, INSTITUTED OCTOBER 18th 1874." Size 31. Copper. From Bro. G. P. Spa^kman. Case 1. 301 Mark Penny, Cataract Chapter, No. 10. Obv.: same as No. 300. Rev. same design as No. 300, Ins.:" CATARACT CHAPTER No. 10, R. A. M. PATERSON, N. J. INSTITUTED DECEMBER 12th -I860.-" Size 31. Copper. From Bro. C. P. Sparkman. Case 1. These two Mark Pennies passed through the great fire at Paterson, February 8th, 1902, when four hundred and fifty buildings were des- troyed, causing a loss of $6,500,000. §50 MASSACHUSETTS. Grand Lodge, Henry Price. Obv.: Bust of Henry Price, with date under: "JUNE 26, 1888." Ins.: "FOUNDER OF DULY CONSTITUTED MASONRY IN AMERICA -HENRY PRICE-" Rev.: Seal of Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Ins.: " GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTS -1733.-" Size 41. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. S. D. Nickerson. Case L COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTISUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 35 1 Hiram Lodge, Centenary. Obv.: View of Munroe Tavern. Ins.: " MUN- ROE TAVERN BIRTHPLACE OP HIRAM LODGE, CENTENARY MEDAL » I?97 : 1897 *" Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," surrounded by Rays from All-seeing Eye above, Ins.: "HIRAIVI LODGE, A. F. & A. M. ARLINGTON, MASS. * INSTI- TUTED, DEC. 12, U9Z *" Suspended from a bar Ins.: "HIRAM LODGE" divided by Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." Size 41. Marvin 1130. Bronze. From Hiram Lodge. Case L 352 Bristol Lodge, Centenary. Obv.: Bust of Paul Revere, Ins.: "GRAND MASTER, 1795 TO 97. PAUL REVERE." Rev.: three Steps, three Burning Candles, surmounted by All- seeing Eye, under an Arch sup- ported by two Columns within a circle, Ins.: "BRISTOL LODGE, NORTH ATTLEBORO, MASS. * 1797 * CENTENARY * 1897.*" Size 34. Marvin 1137. Bronze. From Wor. Leo A. Heilborn. Case 1. 353 Middlesex Lodge, Centenary. Obv.: Bust of Jonathan Maynard, within a circle. Ins.: "JONATHAN MAYNARD - FIRST MASTER.-" Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." Ins.: "JUNE 9, 1795- 1895" within a circle. Around the edge: "MIDDLESEX LODGE » FRAMINGTON, MASS. *" Size 37. Bronze. From Middlesex Lodge. Case 1. S54 Columbian Lodge, Centenary. Obv.: Liberty Head within rope chain bearing legend: ' ' SEMPER VEIQURE." Ins.: " COLUMBIAN LODGE F. A. M. BOSTON, MASS. INSTITUTED JUNE 8, 1795." Rev. within a wreath: "1795 JOS. CHURCHILL, W. M. JAMES EATON, S. W. JOHN RITTENHOUSE, J. W. 1895. J. FOSTER BUSH, W. M. JOS. S. KENDALL, S. W. F. OSCAR GUILD, J. W." and the legend : " WISDOM HATH BUILDED HER HOUSE " and " CEN- TENARY 1895." Size 37. Bronze. From Columbian Lodge. Case 1. 355 King David Lodge, Centenary, Taunton, Mass, Obv.: Head of King David, Crowned, Ins.: "KING DAVID LODGE, A. F. & A. M. MA- SONS : 1798 : CENTENARY : 1898 :." Rev.: Three Great Lights, surrounded by Rays from All-seeing Eye, above. Legend: "+ FIDES : SPES : CARITAS." Size 45. Marvin 1186. Bronze. From King David Lodge. Case 1. 356 Washington Lodge, Centenai-y, Roxbury, Mass. Obv.: Bust of Washing- ton, facing left. Ins.: "WASHINGTON LODGE OF A. F. & A. M. 1796- CENTENARY 1896.-" Rev.: Three Great Lights sur- mounted by letter "G," surrounded by Rays. Legend; "FAITH. HOPE. CHARITY." Size 41. Bronze. From Bro. H. F. Morse. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 557 Mount Lebanon Lodge, Boston, Mass. Obv.: Masonic emblems in field. Ins.: "+MOUNT - LEBANON - BOSTON * CONSTITUTED, A. L. 580L" Rev.: Cedar of Lebanon. Ins.: "CENTENARY - MEDAL* 5801 : 5901*" and date: "JUNE 10." Size 59. Marvin 11S4. Bronze. Case 1, 558 Prince Hall Lodge, (Colored) Boston, Mass., Centenary. Obv.: a Crafts- man separating the dates, " 1784-1884. SEP. 29." at his feet "A. C. S." in outer circle, Ins.: "BOSTON SMITH- THOMAS SANDERSON -PRINCE HALL.-" Rev.: Seal of the Grand Lodge of England, v^ith legend: "RELIEF AND TRUTH" on a scroll. In outer circle,' Ins.: "THE SEAL OF THE GRAND LODGE OF MASONS, LONDON." Size 33. Marvin -?0e. Bronze. Case 1. //-Jo 359 McClellan Lodge, U. D., New Berne, N. C. Obv.: Shield bearing Square and Compasses, enclosing letter "G." above a ribbon bearing legend: "43d REGT. M. V. M. Below are two crossed Swords around which a sash is draped and crossed muskets behind them, near the bottom in small letters: "EDLER." Rev. Ins.: "NEW BERNE NORTH CARO- LINA, McCLELLAN LODGE UNDER DISPENSATION FROM M, W. GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTS, 1863." in nine curved lines. New Berne, and the name of the Lodge in old English text. Struck for an Army Lodge. Very Rare. Size 41. Marvin 283. White Metal. Case 1. S60 Grand Chapter, Centennial. Obv.: Royal Arch Chapter emblems. Ins.: "* GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF MASSACHUSETTS*" and date "MARCH 13, 1798." Rev.: View of Green Dragon Tavern, Ins.: "*FIRST MEETING HELD IN "MASONS HALL" BOSTON* CENTENNIAL." Size 41. Marvin 1126. Bronze. From Grand Chapter Massachusetts. Case 1. 361 St. Andrew's Chapter, 125th Anniversary. Obv.: Seal of Chapter with date below: "AUGUST 12, 1769." Ins.: "ST. ANDREW'S ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER *BOSTON, MASS.*" Rev.: Triple Delta form- ing a nine-pointed Star enclosing a Cross within a circle, Ins.: " 125th ANNIVERSARY +1769 : 1894 + " Size 37. Marvin 1127. Bronze. From St. Andrew's Chapter. Case 1. 362 Masonic Temple, Springfield, Dedication. Obv.: View of Masonic Tem- ple, Ins.: "DEDICATED OCT. 24, 1893." Rev. Ins.: "MASONIC BUILDING SPRINGFIELD MASS. CORNER STONE LAID OCT. 21, 1892." Size 37. H. M. W. 1077. Aluminum. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1. 563 Duplicate of No. 362. Bronze. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. S64 Knights Templar, 26th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Knight mounted car- rying standard bearing Gross and Crown, Ins.: " 26, TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE + BOSTON, MASS. AUGUST 27, 189S.+" Rev.: Rad- iant Roman Cross bearing legend: " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," sepa- rating two Knights with lances couched, below on a scroll, legend: "BE THOU FAJTHFUL UNTO DEATH." Ins.: "GRAND EN- CAMPMENT KNIGHTS TEMPLAR UNITED STATES OF AMER- ICA." Size 52. Bronze. From Bro. Robert Sneider. Case 1. 365 Knights Templar, 26th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Bust of Hugh McCurdy, facing right in sunk field, Ins. above: " GRAND COMMAND ERY, K. T. U. S. A.*" below: "HUGH McCURDY, GRAND MASTER" in small letters. Rev.: Triple Tau within a circle. Ins. above, extending two-thirds around the Medal: " 26th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE, BOS- TON, MASS. AUG. 27, 1895." Below in smaller letters: "^SAM- UEL C. LAWRENCE, GR. MARSHAL.* " Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 400 CONNECTICUT. Masonic Temple, Waterbury, Dedication. Obv.: Front View of Temple, Ins.: " MASONIC TEMPLE, WATERBURY, CONN. -5888.-" Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G." Ins.: "DEDICATED NOV'R 20th. - FAITH - HOPE - CHARITY - 1888 -" Size 40. White Metal. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 1. 401 Duplicate of No. 400. Giit. From Bro. Fred. A. Spencer. Case 1. 402 Duplicate of No. 400. Aluminum. Case 1. 403 Grand Chapter, Centennial. Obv.: Keystone within a wreath surmounted by Rays, Ins.: " HARTFORD, CONN. MAY 10th 1898." Rev.: Delta within a circle, Ins.: " GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS - CONN. -" In outer circle: "ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY 1798 - 1898. -" Size 45. Bronze. Case 1. 425 MAINE. Mark Penny, Somerset Chapter, No. 15. Obv.: Ornamented Keystone bearing within a circle: "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." supported by Mallet and Chisel. Ins. above: " ONE " below: " PENNY." Rev.: Seal of Somerset Chapter, Ins.: "SOMERSET CHAPTER No. 15 R. A. M. • SKOWHEGAN, • MAINE. •" Size 35. Bronze. From Bro. C. M. Lambert. Case 1 . 426 RHODE ISLAND. St. John's Lodge, No. 1, 150th Anniversary. Obv.: Seal of Lodge, legend on scroll: "FOLLOW REASON." Rev.: Square COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. and Compasses enclosing- letter "G." Ins.: "150th ANNIVERSARY ST. JOHN'S LODGE No. 1, A. F. & A. M. 5749-5899. NEWPORT, R. I." . Size 38. Bronze. From St. John's Lodge, No. 1. Case 1. 427 ILLINOIS. Grand Lodge Semi-centennial. Obv. : Altar on Mosaic Pave- ment, bearing the Three Great Lights with Radiant Star above, legend across the Rays: "SEMICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION" Rev.: within a circle, Ins.: " 1840 JACKSONVILLE ABRAHAM JONAS, GRAND MASTER : CHICAGO JOHN C. SMITH, GRAND MASTER 1889" in eight lines. In outer circle: " SEMI CENTEN- NIAL OF THE GRAND LODGE OF ILLINOIS F. & A. M. OCT. 1, 1889." Suspended from a bar Ins.: "ILLINOIS." Size 44. Marvin 1116. Bronze. From M.-.W.-. John C. Smith, P. G. M. Illinois. Case 1. 428 Cjrand Chapter, Semi-centennial. Obv.: two Deltas crossed forming a six-pointed Star with Rays, Ins.: " GRAND ROYAL ARG"H"CHAPTER OF ILLINOIS +" Rev. Ins.: "1850 COMMEMORATING THE SEMI CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY 1900." Size 40. Marvin 1157. Bronze. From M.-.W.-. John C. Smith, P. G. M. Illinois. Case 1. 429 A. & A. S. R., Centennial. Obv.: Bust of Henry L. Palmer, Ins.: "1801 * CENTENNIAL * 1901 * ANCIENT ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE." Rev. Double-headed Eagle surmounted by a Crown, with crossed Swords behind it, and the legend : " SPES MEA IN DEO EST." Ins.: "ORIENTAL CONSISTORY, S.-.P.-.R.'.S.'. * CHICAGO, A. D. 1856.* " Size 59. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. Gil W. Barnard. Case 1. 430 Hesperia Lodge, No. 411, Chicago, 111. Obv.: upon a Mosaic Pavement approached by three steps, two Columns between which is an Altar on which rests an open book. Ins. above, extending two-thirds around : "HESPERIA LODGE No. 441 A. F. & A. M." below: "CHICAGO, ILL." Rev.: within a broad band circle. Square and Compasses on which rests an ornamental "G." Size 31. Bronze. From Bro. Wm. Poillon. Case 1. 140 IOWA. Grand Lodge. Laying Comer Stone of Library. Obv. conjoined Busts of Van Saun and Parvih facing left. Ins.: " LABOR OMNIA SUPERAT G. E. VAN SAUN GR. MASTER. T. S. PARVIN, GR. SEC." Rev.: Library Building, Ins. in small letters below : "LIBRARY ' BUILDING CORNER STONE MAY 7, 1884." In field to the left above: " OUID UTILIUS." In circle, Ins.: "GRAND LODGE OF *IOWA, A. F. & A. M. CONSTITUTED JANUARY 8, 1844." Size 35. Marvin 1112. Bronze. From R.'.W.'. Theo. S. Parvin. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 441 Bruce Commandery, No. 34. Obv.: Mounted Knight within a dotted circle, Ins.: "BRUCE COMMANDERY No. S4 K. T. RED OAK, IOWA" around the edge of the Medal, a small Maltese Cross completing the circle. Rev. within a dotted circle, four Ears of Corn resting on two bunches of Grass with ends crossed and tied with a ribbon, separating legend : "BLUE GRASS" and " REGION " beneath. In outer circle: "SOUTH WESTERN IOWA, THE LAND OF CORN AND BLUE GRASS " a Roman Cross completing the circle. Size S8. Aluminum. Case 1. 460 MISSOURI. Masonic Home, Dedication. Obv.: View of the Masonic Home. Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G" in circle, Ins.: "MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI DEDICATED JUNE 15, 1889." Size 38. White Metal. From R.'.W.-. H. G. Carter. Case 1. 451 Knights Templar Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Knight Mounted facing right, Ins.: " TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE MASONIC KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, ST. LOUIS, MO. 1886." Rev.: Knight Templar at salute surmounted by Cross and legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," and Standards with Staves forming a Cross, Ins.: "WELCOME FRATER ST. LOUIS No. 1, IVANHOE No. 3, ASCALON No. 10, ST. ALDEMAR No. 12." Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 452 Triennial Conclave, St. Louis, 1886. Obv.: same as No. 451. Rev.: Shield bearing Radiant Cross and Crown, surmounted by Casque with visor closed, quartered with Maltese Cross, Greek Cross, crossed Deltas forming six-pointed Star, and Square and Compasses, both points of the Compasses beneath the Square, resting on Standards, the one on the left bearing a Roman Cross, with legend above : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 460 KENTUCKY. Grand Lodge Centennial. Obv.: conjoined Busts of James Morrison and John A. Ramsay. Ins.: "GRAND LODGE OF KEN- TUCKY F.-. A.'. M.-. OCTOBER 16, 1800. CENTENNIAL OCTO- BER 16, 1900." Rev.: View of the Widow's and Orphan's Home, with date below: "OCT. 19, 1869." Ins.: "MASONIC WIDOWS AND ORPHANS HOME OF KENTUCKY * LOUISVILLE * " Size 34. Bronze. From Grand Lodge of Kentucky. Case 1 . 461 Duplicate of No. 460. White Metal. Case 1. 470 INDIANA. Imperial Council, N. M. S. Obv.: Shield quartered bearing three Stars and Crescents, and Lion with Rising Sun, above scene with Camels, Temple and vessels on a sea. Rev.: Crescent for name with "TO NOBLE" above. Ins.: "IMPERIAL COUNCIL RAMADAN. OOIXECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. JUNE XX, 1887. COMMEMORATING THE NIGHT OF POWER" in six lines. Around the edge: "SOUVENIR MURAT" divided by monogram: "N. M. S." and " • OASIS OF INDIANAPOLIS. • " Size 50. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. C. T. MoCIenachan. Case 1. 4?1 Mark Penny, Mishawaka Chapter, No. 83. Obv.: same as No. 51, Rev.: Design of No. 51. Ins.: "MISHAWAKA CHAPTER Nc. 83, R. A. M. MISHAWAKA, IND. CHARTERED OCTOBER 19th 1871." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 472 Mark Penny, Marion Chapter, No. SS. Obv.: same as No. 51. Rev.: De- sign of No. 55. Ins.: "MARION CHAPTER No. 55, R. A. M. MAR- ION, IND. CHARTERED MAY 24th 1866." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 473 Grand Chapter of Indiana, Semi-centennial. Obv.: on a sunk field crossed Deltas forming a six-pointed Star enclosing Triple Tau embor- dered by a double circle with the legend : " HOLINESS TO THE LORD " the whole surrounded by Rays, (Seal of Grand Chapter.) In outer circle, above, extending two-thirds around Medal, Ins.: " GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS" below: "INDIANA." Rev.: across the field a ribbon for name, Ins.: "FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY INDIANAPOLIS OCTOBER 22, — 1895 ~ ORGANIZED DECEM- BER 25th a. D. 1845." in six lines, the first and last curving. Size 44. Bronze. Case 1. 480 MICHIGAN. Grand Lodge, 46th Annual Communication. Obv.: pro- file Bust, Ins.: "GRAND MASTER, 1889." Rev. Ins.: "SOUVENIR MICHIGAN." In outer circle: "46th ANNUAL COMMUNICATION GRAND LODGE, F. & A. M. - 1890 -" Size 32. White Metal. Case 1. 481 Duplicate of No. 480. Bronze. Case 1. 482 Grand Lodge of Michigan, Semi-centennial. Obv.: Justice, Three Steps, Blazing Sun, Holy Bible, Setting Maul, Spade, and Square and Com- passes enclosing a Trowel, within a circle, Ins.: " GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS MICHIGAN-" Rev. Ins.; " TO COMMEMORATE THE SEMI-CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. MICHIGAN JANUARY 24, A. L. 5895, WM. H. PHILLIPS G Master, J. S. CONOVER G SEC." Size 47. Aluminum. From R.-.W.-. J. S. Conover. Case 1. 483 Mark Penny, Monroe Chapter, Nd. 1. Obv.: Keystone with indented corners bearing Working Tools, Ins.: "DETROIT MICH. ONE PENNY" Rev.: Square, Mallet and Chisel. Ins.: "MONROE CHAPTER No. 1 R. A. M. 1818." Size 26. Bronze. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 484 Token, Knights Templar. Obv.: Maltese Cross with legend: " IN HOG SIGNO VINGES, K. T." on the arms, and bearing Skull and Grossbones . within a circular ribbon, Ins.: "FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH," crossed Swords, with Grown above a Gross. Rev. Ins.: " MORGAN, PUHL & MORRIS" forming two-thirds of a circle enclosing: " M'FRS. OF SOGIETY & MILITARY GOODS DETROIT MIGH." in six lines. Size 25. Gilt. Case 1. 485 Knights Templar. Obv.: same as No. 484. Rev.: Roman Gross, and Crown, with Rays about the top of Gross. Size 25. Gilt. Case 1. 486 Knights Templar Medalet. Obv.: same as No. 484. Rev.: Lord's Prayer in fifteen lines. Size 13. Gilt. Case 1. 490 OHIO, Token (1863.) Obv. Ins.: "J. H. NOLIVER COR. ELM & FINDLEY STS GROCER." Rev.: Square and Compasses surmounted by a half circle composed of thirteen Stars. Size 25. Marvin 726. Copper. From R.'.W.-. John G. Barker. Case 1. 491 Salem Commandery, No. 42. Obv.: Maltese Gross resting on crossed Swords, bearing Radiant Roman Cross within double circle with legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES." Ins. above: "SALEM OHIO" below: " SALEM COMMANDERY No. 42, K. T." Rev. Ins. in six lines : "SOUVENIR DENVER TRIENNIAL 1892 COMMANDERY No. 42 K. T." Size 25. Aluminum. Case 1. 492 Salem Commandery, No. 42. Obv.: same as No. 491. Rev. Ins. in eight lines: "PILGRIMAGE OF SALEM COMMANDERY No. 42, K. T. TO TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE WASHINGTON OCTOBER 1889" last line curved to conform to Medal. Size 25. Gilt. Case 1. 493 "Webb Chapter, No. 14, Cleveland, 0., ?5th Anniversary. A Keystone. Obv. Ins.: " SEVENTY FIFTH ANNIVERSARY WEBB CHAPTER — No. 14 — R. A. M. CLEVELAND, 0. 1817-1902 " in seven lines, the first line curved, the first and second lines separated by Mallet and Chisel crossed, supported by a Tau on the right and left. Rev. : within a double circle : "H T W S S T K S." Size 34x34. Bronze. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1. 500 WISCONSIN. Grand Chapter, Semi-centennial. Obv.: Book of the Law, surmounted by All-seeing Eye. Ins.: " GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER * OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN * " Rev.: Delta bearing on its sides: "MILWAUKEE No, 1, WASHINGTON No. 2, SOUTHPORT No. 3," surrounded by Hebrew characters. In outer circle, Ins.: "FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY o 1850-1900 o" Size 48. Marvin 1155. Bronze. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 501 Kilbourne Chapter, No. 1, Semi-centennial. Obv.: Profile Portrait, Ins.: "KILBOURNE CHAPTER No. 1, R. A. M. MILWAUKEE." Rev.: Delta within a circle, Ins.: "SEMI CENTENNIAL SOUVENIR * 1844-1894 * " Size 32. Bronze. Case 1. 502 Wisconsin Commandery, No. 1, Semi-centennial. Obv.: Profile Portrait, Ins.: "WISCONSIN COMMANDERY No. 1 K. T. MILWAUKEE, WIS. ORGANIZED O'CTOBER 28, 1850." Rev.: View of Masonic Temple, Ins.: "COMMEMORATING THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OCTOBER 30th 1900." Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 503 Melody Lodge, No. 2, 60th Anniversary. Obv.: Radiant Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G," dividing dates: "1843, 1903." Ins. above: " SIXTIETH ANNIVERSARY " below: " PLATTEVILLE, WIS.!' Rev. Ins.: "MELODY LODGE, No. 2, F. & A. M. WASH- INGTON CHAPTER, No. 2, R. A. M. MIRIAM CHAPTER, No. 15. 0. E. S." in six lines, first, third and sixth curving. Size 28. Bronze. Case 1. 504 Mark Penny, Washington Chapter, No. 2. Obv.: Keystone bearing: " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." within a double circle, on the right, a Mallet, on the left, a Chisel, above. Ins. extending two-thirds around : '" CHAR- TERED AUG. 8th a. D. 1850 " below: " • ONE PENNY. * " Rev.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, Ins. above extending two-thirds around the token: "WASHINGTON CHAPTER No. 2, R. A. M." below: "PLATTEVILLE, WIS." Size 32. Bronze. Case 1. 505 Wisconsin Commandery, No. 1. Obv.: two Deltas, one within the other, enclosing a Cross and Crown, between the lines of the Deltas, Ins.: "WISCONSIN COM'D, No. 1, MILWAUKEE." Rev.: View of Mil- waukee, and Milwaukee Bay, Ins. above: "SOUVENIR OF THE CREAM CITY," below: "MILWAUKEE BAY." This Medal was struck to commemorate the Triennial Conclave of the Grand Encampment, K. T., held in Boston in 1895, and was struck in Brass and Aluminum. The Aluminum Medals were suspended from a bar having for a device a " Badger," by a black and white ribbon inscribed "Wisconsin No. 1, Boston 1895." Size 38. Brass. From Wor. Chas. Davis. Case 1. 510 COLORADO. Grand Commandery, K. T. Obv.: Maltese Cross bearing Cross and Crown within a circle, Ins.: " IN . HOC . SIGNO . VINCES." Rev.: letter "G" Ins.: "GRAND COMMANDERY, K. T. COLORA- DO" enclosing Radiant Cross and Crown. Above: "ORGANIZED" below: "MARCH 14, 1876." Suspended from a bar Ins.: "COLO- RADO " by a black and white striped ribbon. Size 48. Bronze. From Whitehead & Hoag Go. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. SI 1 Knights Templar, 25th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: front and side View of Masonic Temple, beneath- in small letters: "MASONIC TEMPLE," above, conforming: to the shape of Medal: "DENVER COLORADO" belovy, "AUGUST 6-13, 1892." Rev.: Maltese Cross surmounted by a Crown, hanging by a loop from a naked Sword; bearing a Skull and Crossbones surrounded by Rays, within a double circle with the legend: "FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH." On the arms of the Cross, legend: " IN HOC SIGNO VINGES K. T." In outer circle, Ins.: "TWENTY FIFTH TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR." At the bottom date: "5892." Size 38. Aluminum. Case 1. 512 Grand Commandery, Triennial Conclave. Obv.: (Seal of Colorado) Shield bearing Pick and Hammer, with mountains in background, surmounted by Radiant Delta. Rev.: Maltese Gross bearing Cross and Grown, and legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES" dividing date: "1892" Ins.: "DENVER COLO." Size 13. Silver. Case 1. 520 MINNESOTA. Mark Penny, Owatouna Chapter, No. 15. Obv.: same as No. 51. Rev.: same design as No. 51. Ins.: " OWATOUNA CHAP- TER No. 15, R. A. M. OWATOUNA, MINN. CHARTERED OCT. 22nd 1867." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 521 Grand Lodge, Semi-centennial. Obv.: within a corded circle, an Altar bearing the Three Great Lights, above. Radiant All-seeing Eye, below, a five-pointed Star, on the right a Gavel, on the left a Trowel. Ins. above, extending two-thirds around the Medal : "THE M.-.W.-. GRAND LODGE OF A.-. F.-. & A.". M-.'. OF MINNESOTA" the word "of" in small letters ; below: " - ORG. FEB. 24, 1853 - " Rev. Ins.: "1853 COMMEMORATING THE, SEMI-CENTENNIAL ANl^IVERSARY 1903" in six lines, and at the bottom in small letters: " CHILD S CHICAGO." Size 38. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. Geo. R. Metcalf. Case 1. 530 CALIFORNIA. Grand Commandery, Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Crown- ed Knight, mounted, carrying a Standard. Rev.: within a circle, Ins.: "SAN FRANCISCO CAL. 1883" in three lines. In outer circle, Ins.: "IN COMMEMORATION OF THE TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE • " Size 20. Silver. Case 1. 540 MARYLAND. Grand Lodge, Centennial, Obv.: Columns B. and J. sup- porting Radiant Square and Compasses with "G" in circle of Rays above. Rev. Ins.: "COMMEMORATIVE OF THE CENTENNIAL OF THE GRAND LODGE OF MD - A. F. & A. M." in circle enclosing : "178? TALBOT COURT HOUSE JOHN COATS GRAND MASTER : BALTIMORE QITY THOMAS J. SHRYOGK GRAND COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. MASTER 1887" in seven lines. Suspended from bar bearing Plumb, Square, Level, Gauge, Maul and Spade. Size 45. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 1. 541 Grand Chapter, Centennial. Obv.: Chapter Emblems with date below: "1797" Ins.: GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF MARYLAND." Rev.: Seal of Grand Chapter, Ins.: "ORGANIZED JUNE 24, 1797, DAVID KERR, G. H. P. - CENTENNIAL JUNE 24, 1897, W. H. SHRYOCK, G. H. P." Suspended from a Delta bearing Hebrew characters. Size 38. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. Geo. L. McCahan. Case 1. 542 Maryland Commandery, No. 1. Obv.: Delta with dates : "1790, 1871" and bearing a Cross with circle surrounding arms, Ins.: " MARYLAND COMMANDERY No. 1." In outer circle: "STATIONED AT BALT- IMORE." Rev.: a, circle enclosing Ins.: "TWENTY FOURTH TRI- ENNIAL CONCLAVE WASHINGTON, D. C." In outer circle: "MARYLAND COMMANDERY No. 1, K. T. INCORPORATED 1790." Suspended from a bar by red ribbon, Ins.: " BOSTON 1895 " in two lines. Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 543 Maryland Commandery, No. 1, Centennial. Obv.: Delta bearing Cross, etc., Ins.: "100th ANNIVERSARY OF MARYLAND COMMAND- ERY, K. T.BALTIMORE, MAY S-6, 1890." Rev.: Shield surmounted by a Casque, Ins.: " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES." Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 544 Duplicate of No. 543. White Metal. Case 1. 545 Crusade Commandery, No. S. Obv.: a Shell bearing the number: "5" Ins.: "CRUSADE COMMANDERY, BALTIMORE, MD." Rev.: Rad- iant Gross and Crown, and legend : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." In outer circle, Ins.: "CRUSADE COMMANDERY No. 5, K. T. INSTI- TUTED APRIL 26, 1869." in a sunk field. Suspended from bar by a red ribbon, Ins.: "BOSTON 1895 " in two lines. Size 38. White Metal. Case 1. 546 Masonic Veteran Association. Obv.: Masonic Temple. Rev.: Square and Compasses with Sprigs of Acacia, Ins.: "MASONIC VETERAN ASSOCIATION OF MARYLAND." Size 29. Bronze. Case 1. 547 General Grand Chapter, Centennial. Obv.: conjoined Busts of E. Kirby and G. L. McCahan, facing left, Ins.: "GENERAL GRAND CHAP- TER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS U. S. A.- CENTENNIAL -" Rev.: Seal of General Grand Chapter, Ins.. "BOSTON, OCT. 24, 1797 - HARTFORD JAN. 24, 1798. - BALTIMORE OCT. 12, 1897." Size 42. Marvin 1122. Bronze. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 548 Crusade Gommandery, No. 5. Obv.: same as No. 545. Rev.: in sunk field, Ins.: "TWENTY FOURTH TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE WASH- INGTON, D. C. OCT 8, 1889." in four lines. Above, in outer circle: " CRUSADE GOMMANDERY No. 5, M. K. T." below in smaller let- ters: "INSTITUTED APRIL 26 - 1869 - " Size 38. White Metal. Case 1. 549 Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, S. S. Celtic. Obv.: Steamship Celtic, Ins. above: "PILGRIMAGE TO JERUSALEM," below, date: "1902." Rev.: Ins.: " S. S. CELTIC MASONIC ASSOCIATION GEN. THOS. J. SHRYOCK GRAND MASTER OF MARYLAND USA PRESIDENT" in seven lines, first three curved, with Square and Com- passes below, one point of the Compasses beneath the Square. Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 550 Baby Day at Masonic Fair. Obv.: Bust of T. J. Shryock, facing left, Ins.: "GRAND MASTER GEN. T. J. SHRYOCK." Rev.: across the field, Ins.: " BABY DAY" above in smaller letters : " -GRAND MAS- ONIC FAIR OCT. 7th TO 31st 1890.-" below: "BALTIMORE MD." Size 25. Brass. Case 1. 551 Grand Lodge, Bi-centennial Session. Obv.: Seal consisting of a Shield quartered, upper right and lower left corners bearing Maltese Cross supported by man on the right holding a fish, on the left a man holding a Spade, surmounted by an Eagle, a scroll underneath bearing legend: " ORESCITE ET MULTIPLICAMINI. " Ins.: " BI CENTENNIAL SESSION, GRAND LODGE OF MARYLAND, NOV 16 1886." Rev.: Square and Compasses, and Blazing Sun, Ins.: "THOMAS J. SHRY- OCK, GRAND MASTER." Size 35. Marvin 1113. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. Thomas J. Shryock. Case 1. 575 WASHINGTON, D. C. Knights Templar, 24th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Majtese Cross bearing Cross and Crown, and legend ; " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Rev. Ins.: "24th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, WASHINGTON, D. C. 1889.' Size 19. Bronze. Case 1. 576 Knights Templar, 24th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Bust of Charles Roome, Ins. in two circles: "24th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE GRAND EN- CAMPMENT K. T. U. S. + CHARLES ROOME, GRAND MASTER." Rev. Ins.: "GENERAL JAMES A. BEAVER CHIEF MARSHAL." in two lines. In circle: "INAUGURAL CEREMONIES MARCH 4, 1888 * HARRISON & MORTON." Suspended from a bar bearing crossed Swords and Maltese Crosses. Size 38. Silvered. Case 1. GOLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 577 Knights Templar, 24th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Bust of Charles Roome, Ins.: "CHARLES ROOME GRAND MASTER." In outer circle : " 24th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE GRAND ENCAMPMENT K. T. U. S." Rev. Ins.: "EM. SIR M. M. PARKER CHIEF MAR- SHAL" in circle: "GRAND PARADE AND ESCORT OF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OCTOBER 1889." Size 38. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. Harrison Digman. Case 1. 578 Knights Templar, 24th Triennial Conclave. Obv.: Pilgrim and Knight, Ins.: "24th TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, WASH- INGTON D". C. OCT. 1889." Rev.: Shield surmounted by Casque and Flags. Legend : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Size 38. White Metal. Case 1. 579 Duplicate of No. 578. Bronze. Case 1. 580 De Molay Mounted Commandery, No. 4. Obv.; Double Gross bearing mounted Knight Templar, Ins.: "DE MOLAY MOUNTED COMMAND- ERY No. 4. WASHINGTON, D. C." Rev.: Maltese Cross surmounted by a Casque. Size 32. Bronze. Case 1. 581 Duplicate of No. 580. White Metal. Case 1. 582 Albert Pike, Memorial. Obv.: Bust of Albert Pike facing right, v/earing Collar and Jewel of 33° on a sunk field, above, Ins.: " ALBERT PIKE 33°" below: "1809 1891" separated by Square and Compasses. Rev. Double-headed Eagle standing on a staff with draped ribbon bear- ing legend: "•DEUS MEUMQUE JUS*" within a circle. In outer circle conforming to curve of Medal and divided by ornamental scrolls, Ins. above : "GR.-. COMDR.-. AD VITAM S.-. G.-. 33° " below: "SO.-. MAS.-. JURIS.-. U. S. A. 1857." Very rare. Size 45. Bronze. Case 1. 583 Albert Pike. Obv.: Bust of Albert Pike facing right, wearing Collar and Jewel of 33°, Ins. above: " ANCIENT & ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE -" below: ' - WASHINGTON, D. C. OCT. 15, 1892 -" Rev. Ins.: -'AS FREEMASONS WE RESPECTFULLY PETITION FOR OUR RIGHTS -" forming a circle around the Medal enclosing in nine lines, a dash separating the third and fourth lines: "NO TAXA- TION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION "NO BODY OF MASONS CAN BE GOVERNED EXCEPT BY THEIR OWN FREE WILL & ACCORD " NO LIFE TERMS OF OFFICE." Suspended by a red, white and blue ribbon, from a plain silvered bar. This Medal belonged to R.-.W.-. Robert Macoy. Size 58. White Metal. From Bro. G. W. D. Crittenton. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 600 WASHINGTONIA. Centennial of Independence. Obv.: Bust of Wash- ington facing left, below the Bust : " WASHINGTON" around the lower half of the Medal, two Palm branches with stems crossed below, over that on the right; " 1876 " over the left : " 1776 " Ins. in two lines, the: first nearly half a circle, the second nearly surrounding the Bust : "100th year of our national independence." Rev,: same as No. 2. Size 31. Marvin 268. Baker 297. Bronze. Case 1. 601 Initiation of Washington. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, dividing Ins: "GEORGE WASHINGTON" beneath the Bust in small letters: "G. H. L." Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G" below the Square : " NOV 4, 57S2." Ins. forming a circle: "INITD- IN FREDERICKSBURGH LODGE No. 4. VIRGINIA." Size 28. Marvin 271. Baker 297. Brass. Case 1. Extremely rare, ten struck in Silver and twenty-five each in Brass, and Copper. 602 Washington Memorial. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington (by Paquet). facing right. Rev.: Three Great Lights. Size 18. Marvin 273. Baker 300. Brass. Case 1. 603 Washington Memorial. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington (by Paquet) facing right. Rev. same as No. 602. Size 18. Marvin 274. Brass. Case 1. 604 Washington. Centennial of Death. Obv.: Washington as Master of Lodge, Ins.: "GEORGE WASHINGTON MASTER 1788" Rev.: Gates at Mt. Vernon, Ins.: " MT. VERNON VA. 1799—1899" under the tomb in small letters : "COPYRIGHTED 1899 ALEXA WASH! LODGE 22 " in two lines. Size 38. Bronze. From Bro. Robert Sneider. Case 1. 605 Washington. Centennial of Death. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing left, resting on Square and Compasses, below, divided by the angle of the Square : " 1789 1889" above divided by the head of Com- passes : " GEORGE WASHINGTON," below the Bust : "P." Rev.: Plumb, Square and Level, surmounted by Radiant All-seeing Eye, in a sunk field with beaded circle around the edge. Size 28. Bronze. From Bro. Robert Sneider. Case 1. 606 Washington. Initiating, Passing and Raising. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington facing three-quarter left, surrounded by Rays from All- seeing Eye above, below a ribbon nearly surrounding the Bust, bearing the legend: " SUO SE ROB ORE FIRMAT " with acorns separating the words, and ornamenting the ends of the ribbon, and Square and Compasses enclosing a medallion bearing monogram: "G W " the head COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. of the Compasses bearing number "17" and resting on the ribbon. Extending two-thirds around the lower part of Medal, divided by the Square and Compasses, Ins.: "HE WAS A BROTHER OF THE MYS- TIC TIE." Rev.: Seal of Fredericksburgh Lodge,consisting of an oval Shield bearing a Square with onje Castle beneath the Square and two above, surmounted by a Castle between two Horns of Plenty, and below a ribbon with legend : " IN THE LORD IS ALL OUR TRUST " within a double circle Ins.: "FREDERICKSBURGH LODGE * ;" resting on two Spears crossed the points above the circle, the staves extended to lower edge of Medal. Above the circle, a knotted Cable Tow, at the right a Square the left a Mallet, at the lower left, a twenty-four inch Gauge with "NOV. 4, 5752" above, "ENTERED APPRENTICE" be- low, beneath enclosed between the Staves, and divided by a Level : "MAR.3 5753 FELLOW CRAFT," on the lower right of circle, a Trowel with "AUG. 4, 5753" above, and "MASTER MASON" below, each Ins. in two lines. At the bottom of the Medal in small letters: "J. F. WOOD, DES G. F. LOVETT, FEC." Size 51. H. M. W. 1075. Bronze. From Bro. Robert Sneider. Case 1. 607 Washington: 100th Anniversary of his death. Obv. : Laureated Bust of Washington facing left, Ins.: "MEMORIAL OBSERVANCE MT. VERNON, DEC. 14, 1899." Rev.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G" Ins.: " IOOth ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF WOR. BRO. GEO. WASHINGTON." Size 28. Bronze. From Bro. Charles Keyser. Case 1 . 608 Washington Memorial. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington facing right, Ins.: "GEN. GEO. WASHINGTON." Rev.: Three Great Lights sur- mounted by Radiant All-seeing Eye. Size 16. Brass. From Bro. Ketcham. Case 1. 609 Washington. Centennial of death. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington facing right, Ins.: "GEN. GEORGE WASHINGTON." Rev.: "CEN- ' TENNIAL OF HIS DEATH MOUNT VERNON, VA. DEC 14, 1899." Size 16. Bronze. Case 1. 610 Duplicate of No. 609. (Brass) Gilt. Case 1. 611 Washington Memorial. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, (by Paquet). Rev. : Three Great Lights. Size 18. Marvin 273. Baker 300. Silvered. Case 1. 612 Washington Memorial. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, (by Soley). Rev.: same as No. 611. Size 18. Marvin 272. Baker 299. Silvered. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 613 'Washington Memorial. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington, three-quarters facing left, on the edge of the bust in small letters incused: "KEY" below the bust : " 1732-1799." Rev.: Square and Compasses crossed by a Twenty-four inch Guage in an open wreath, over the head of the Compasses a Radiant six-pointed Star bearing the letter "G" incused. Legend: "FORTITUDE PRUDENCE JUSTICE." At the bottom between the points of the Compasses, in small letters : " HARZFIELDS SERIES." Size 32. Marvin 275. Baker 302. White Metal. Case 1. 614 Washington Memorial. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, on the left of the bust: "GEORGE" on the right: "WASHINGTON' beneath in small letters : " G H L." within a circle, above which is an Eagle holding a ribbon, extendingtwo-thirds around the Medal, bearing legend : " TALEM FERENT NULLEM SECLA FUTURA VIRUM," below the circle, a Shield with Flags, Cannon and Spears behind it, and Stars around the Medal. Rev.: Mosaic Pavement approached by three steps bearing two Columns, a Level on the front of the one on the right, and a Plumb on the one on the left, above, the Radiant All-seeing Eye partly surrounded by clouds, the Sun, Moon, three Stars, three burning Tapers, five-pointed Star and 47th Problem of Euclid in the field, and below a coffin bearing Skull and Crossbones, within a wreath formed of two branches of Palm, with stems crossed below, and ends meeting above, within a double dotted circle, tKe stems of the Palms crossing the lower part of the circles, and enclosing date : "MDCCGLIX" Ins.: "NON NOBIS SOLUM SED TOTO MUNDO NATL" Size 51. Marvin 266. Baker 289. Bronze. Case 1. 615 Washington. Centennial of his Death. Obv. : Bust of Washington. Rev.: Square and Compasses, points of Compasses beneath the Square en- iclosingthe letter "G." Ins.: "CENTENNIAL OF WASHINGTON'S DEATH BY MASONIC FRATERNITY MT. VERNON, VA. DEC. 14, 1899." Size 31. Bronze. Case 1. 616 Duplicate of No. 615. White Metal. Case 1. 617 Duplicate of No. 615, suspended from a bar, Ins.: "ALEXANDRIA WASHINGTON LODGE 22, A. F. & A. M." Bronze. Case 1. 618 Washington Memorial. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington facing right, Ins.: "GEN. GEORGE WASHINGTON." Rev.: Three Great Lights surmounted by All-seeing Eye. Size 16. Bronze. Case 1. 619 Duplicate of No. 618. Gilt. Case 1. 620 Washington Memorial. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, with monogram : "G. W." beneath, above Ins. forming a half circle : "177S COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, CRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. - 100 YEARS - 18?5 " at the bottom of the Medal in small letters : "I. F. W. DES. G. H. L. FEG." Rev.: Plumb, Square and Level, with Radiant All-seeing Eye above. (Cracked Die.) Size 28. Baker 309. Bronze. Case 1. 621 Washington. Centennial of his Death, Obv. : on a sunk field naked Bust of Washington facing right, Ins. on left " GEORGE" on right "WASH- INGTON," enclosed by Ins. in two lines : " MASONIC CELEBRATION IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CENTENNIAL OF THE DEATH OF WASHINGTON MOUNT VERNON, VA. • DEC 14 • 1899." Rev.: Ins. above two-thirds around: "GEORGE WASHINGTON, MASTER OF ALEXANDRIA, VA." below: " • LODGE No. 22," en- closing in a sunk field. Square and Compasses and letter "G," enclos- ing Radiant All-seeing Eye, above, divided by head of Compasses: " 1788," below, divided by angle of Square : "A. F. A. M." Size 38. Bronze. Case 1. 622 Washington Medal. Obv.: Military Bust of Washington facing left, Ins. above extending nearly around : "G. WASHINGTON PRESIDENT" below: "179?" (Obv. of Washington Half Dollar struck in 1792.) Rev.: within a circle, a Mosaic Pavement' bearing two Columns sur- mounted by Globes, with three Candlesticks between, below a Trowel, above Compass Dividers, at the left of the Columns a Gavel and Plumb, on the right. Holy Bible and Level, above the Column on the left, a crescent Moon, above the right a Blazing Sun with "G" between, sur- mounted by Radiant All-seeing Eye, Ins. above, extending two-thirds around : "AMOR HONOR ET JUSTITIA" below: "G. W. G. G. M." (George Washington, General Grand Master.) Size 35. Marvin 264. Pewter. From Miss Grace Bodey. Case 1. This is one of three copies of a rare brass Medal struck in 1797 and exhibited with the Washington relics at the Sesqui-centennial cele- bratioh of Washington's Initiation, held at Philadelphia, 1902. At the time the Medal was struck an effort was being made to organ- ize a General Grand Lodge for the United States with Washington as General Grand Master. 650 GEORGIA. General Grand Chapter, R. A. M. 27th Triennial Session. Obv.: Mitre, Sceptre, Cap, Crown, and Breast Plate. Ins.: "GRAND CHAPTER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF MARYLAND 1797." Rev. Ins.: "GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OF THE UNITED STATES, 27th TRIENNIAL ATLANTA, GA. 1889." Size 38. Bronze. From M.-.W.-. Thomas J. Shryock, G. M. Maryland. Case 1. 660 LOUISIANA. Perfect Union Lodge, No. 1, Centennial. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," within a circle, Ins.. "PERFECT UNION LODGE No. 1, F. & A. M. ORGANIZED APRIL 28, 1793 COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA, U. S. A.'' Rev. Ins.: "TO COM- MEMORATE CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF PERFECT UNION □ No. 1 APRIL 28, 1893 o J. M. WATKINS, M. D : Ay. M. C. E. TURCK — S. W. G. M. HORNER — J. W." Size 44. Aluminum. From Perfect Union Lodge, No. 1. Case L 665 FLORIDA. Lake City Lodge, No. 27. Obv.: same as No. 60L Rev.: witiiin a dotted circle, Ins.: "LAKE CITY FLA." in three lines, witli "G. H. L." in small letters below. In outercircle extending two-thirds around the upper part of Medal, Ins.: "LAKE CITY LODGE No. 27 " with a Maltese Cross below. Size 28. Obv. Marvin 27 L Rev. Marvin 215. Bronze. Case 1. 666 Duplicate of No. 665. White Metal. Case 1. 670 CANADA. Centenary of Freemasonry in Canada. Obv.: Square and Compasses with : "1792 1892 " above, and "CANADA" below, within a wreath. Rev. Ins.: "CENTENARY OF FREEMASONRY ■: CAN- ADA :• CELEBRATED AT TORONTO DEC. 27, 1892." Size 30. Bronze. From M.'.W.'. J. Ross Robertson. Case 1. 680 NEW BRUNSWICK. Centennial of Freemasonry in New Brunswick. Obv.: Seal of Grand Lodge consisting of a Shield with quarterings, sur- mounted by Ark of the Covenant, supported by Cherubims standing on scroll bearing legend : " AUDI VIDI TACE," Ins.: "CENTENNIAL OF FREEMASONRY, NEW BRUNSWICK." Rev.: Arms of the Province of New Brunswick, consisting of a Shield with quarterings, surmounted by a Crown, supported by two deer, rampant, standing on a scroll bearing legend : "FORTUNATI QUORUM JAN MENID SURGUNT." Ins.: ^' MDCCCLXXXIV " above, "MDCCLXXXIV" below. Size 34. H. M. W. 396. Bronze Silvered. Case 1. 681 Duplicate of No. 680. White Metal. Case 1. 685 GUATAMALA. Estrella de OccidenteLodge, No. 15. Obv.: five-pointed Star, within ct circle bearing : " V.-.L.-. 5634" Ins.: "ESTRELLA DU OCCIDENTE No. IS. OR.-. C.'. A.', --i: QUEZALTENANGO. *" (Star of the West, No. 15, Orient of Central America. Size 34. Marvin 331. Silvered. From R.-.W.-. J. G. Barker. Case 1. 690 BRAZIL. Medal to commemorate the Emancipation of new-born Slaves. Obv.: Bust of Viscount de Rio Branco facing right, on the right. Square and Compasses adorned with olive branches, enclosing a Star, on the left. Plumb, Mallet, Trowel and Gauge, grouped together and entwined with olive branches; below the arm: "ERNESTO F" Ins. above: COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. "0. GR.-. OR.-, DO BRASIL AO VAL.-. DO LAVRADIO." below: "AG SEU GR.-.M.-. VISCONDE DO RIO BRANGO." Rev.: female seated, by her side a cornucopia, in her right hand a scroll bearing date " 1871." Ins. above: "PRESIDENTE DO CONSELHO DE MINIS- TROS VISCONDE DO RIO BRANGO*" below: "LEI No. 2040 DE 28 DE SETEMBRO DE 1871," at the bottom in small letters: "GARNEIROF." Size 70. Marvin 332. H. M. W. 423. Silver. From Bro. Albert G. Goodall. Case 1. This Medal was struck by the Grand Orient of Brazil on the occasion of the abolition of slavery in Brazil, and presented to the Grand Master, the Viscount de Rio Branco. 695 PERU. Supreme Council 33° A. and A. Rite. Obv.: Bust of Antonio de Sousa Ferreira, So v. Grand Commander, Ins.: "EL SUPREMO CON- SEJO GR.-. 33 DEL PERU A SU SOV GR COMENDACIOR GR. MESTRE EL M. IL. HER: ANTONIO DE SOUSA FERREIRA." Rev.: double-headed Eagle standing on a naked Sword bearing a scroll with the legend : " DEUS MEUMQUE JUS " with a Radiant Delta above, and Square arid Compasses, one point of the Compasses beneath the Square, below, Ins.: "INICIADOR Y PROMOVEDOR DE LA CONVENCION UNIVERSAL REUNIDER EN LAUSANNA EL 6 SETIEMBRE DE 1875." ( Originator and Promoter of the Universal Convention at Lausanne.) Size 51. Marvin 693. Silver. Case 1. 696 Duplicate of No. 695. Bronze. From Bro. Albert G. Goodall. Case 1. 697 CUBA. Lodge Medal. Obv.: Square and Compasses within a dotted circle. Ins.: "HERCULANO AFRE -v- " Rev.: Bust of Liberty fac- ing left, wearing a coronet of feathers on the band of which is the legend: "LIBERTAD." Size 21. Marvin 330. Copper. From R.-.W.-. John G. Barker. Case 1. Struck in New York for a Lodge in Cuba. ?0S ENGLAND. Token to commemorate the election of the Prince of Wales as Grand Master, 1790. Obv.: Seal of the Grand Lodge of England (Moderns) Ins.: "PRINCE OF WALES ELECTED G. M. + 24 NOV. 1790." Rev.: Delta enclosing kneeling figure pointing to letter " G " above. Ins. on sides of the Delta : " WISDOM STRENGTH BEAUTY." In the lower corners of the Delta, on the right, Square and Compasses, the left a Book, and at the feet of the figure a Gavel and Trowel. Legend: "SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." Sunk in the edge : ":: MASONIC TOKEN I SKETCHLEY FECIT 1794." Size 29. Marvin 62. Lodge Q. C. 9. H. M. W. 296. Copper. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McGlenachan Case 1. Obve Reverse, Antique Jewel, 18th Century, No, 709, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 706 Mark Token. Ob v.: Delta enclosing Keystone, with cipher on each side, enclosed by a snake forming a circle. Rev.: Gavel and Chisel, and Ins.: " SON OF MAN MARK WELL" within a circle. In outer circle Ins.: "ADVANCED." Size 30. Marvin 1074. Q. C. 30. H. M. W. 317. Bronze. Case 1. 707 Queen Victoria Jubilee, 1887. Obv.: Bust of Queen Victoria enclosed in a wreath. Ins.: "ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. TO COMMEMORATE THE JUBILEE 1887." Rev.: Seal of the Grand Lodge of England, Ins.: "H. M. THE QEEEN CHIEF PATRONESS R. M. I. G. G." below : "PATRON R. M. I B.-. V. PATRON R. M. B. I." Size 32. Marvin 1120. Q. C. 22. H. M. W. 309. Bronze. Case 1. 708 Consecration of Justitia Mark Lodge, No. 476. Obv.: Keystone bearing Sword upright, and Scale, and name of Lodge: "JUSTITIA" across the top. Ins.: "CONSECRATED BY R. W. C. F. MATIER. GRAND SEC'TY, 1894. Rev.: beneath an Arch, Ins.: " BRO. H. T. LYON, W. M. BRO. SIR S. STUART, BART. S. W. BRO. D. S. SW ANSON, J. W. BRO. J. S. TAMBURNI, TREAS. BRO. W. VINCENT, SEC'TY" in five lines, with working tools and branches below. Size 30. Q. C. 30. H. M. W. 317 Bronze. Case 1. Issued by Justitia Mark Lodge, No. 476, the members of which are connected with the Department of Justice, to commemorate the con- secration of the Lodge, and has since been used as a Mark Penny by the Lodge. 709 Antique Jewel. Obv.: a building in the course of erection with a ladder raised against it, with four workmen one of whom is at the top of the ladder raising a stone, another is guiding it, a third going up the ladder with materials, and the fourth preparing the stones, together with the Master who is directing the work, above, a hand grasping a Gable Tow and supporting a loop to suspend the Jewel; on the ground, a Hammer, Chisel and Gavel. On a rim at the bottom, the legend : "AMOR HONOR JUSTITIA." Rev.: in the foreground two Columns, at the top of three steps, the one on the right bearing a Square, the one on the left Com- passes with points resting on a Quadrant, in the background, six Columns resting on a Pavement and carrying three Arches, on the last one a workman supported by a Cable Tow, held by a hand from above, set- ting a Keystone with a bar in his right hand, beneath the Arch, an in- verted Square and Compasses, the head of the Compasses resting on a five-pointed Star, on the right a Plumb surmounted by the Blazing Sun, on the left a Level surmounted by the Moon, on the Pavement a Stone Hammer, Square, Gavel, Gauge, Compasses and Chisels, and on a band at the bottom legend : " SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." Oval shaped. Size 57x62. Cast. Brass. From Bro. W. H. Kennedy. Case 1. Issued during the 1 8th Century and traced by R.-.W.'. William J, Hughan, the English Historian, back to 1769. Attributed to the " Ancients." COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. ?10 Lodge Medal. Obv.: two Columns bearing an Arch, standing on a Mosaic Pavement, the Column on the left, bearing- the letter " C," the one on the right : " W," under the Arch, letter "G." Rev.: Square and Com- passes enclosing letter "G," within a circle. Size 31. Copper. Case 1. 711 Sise Lane Half Penny. Obv.: female figure seated, in her right hand a Sword, her left supporting a Shield with quarterings, in the distance to her left, St. Paul's Cathedral, below date, "1795." Ins.: "SISE LANE HALFPENNY." Rev.; a Delta the point resting on a Globe, and enclosing the legend: "Br CONSTITUTION" surrounded by Rays extending beyond the Delta, which is surmounted by a Crown, and grasped on the left by a naked hand, on the right by a clothed hand, on the three sides, Ins.: "COMMONS KING LORDS." Size 30. Copper. Case 1. 725 FRANCE. Grand Orient, Centennial. Obv.: Bust of F. Viennett, facing left, with insignia of 33°, under the Bust: "ALPHEE DUBOIS F" Ins.: "AUT.-. IL.'. F.-. VIENNETT.-. P.-. S.-. GR.-. COMM.". G.-. M.-. DU RIT ECOS.-. AUG.-. JVCC: IN FRANCE • LA MAC.-. ECOS.". RECONNAISSANTE * " Rev.: Obelisk surmounted by a Blazing Star, placed diagonally on a square foundation bearing Square and Compasses, the points of the Compasses pointing upward, Gauge, and Plumb Line; below, sprigs of Acacia, and Palm branches with stems crossed, and legend : "STAT ALTUS" Ins. above: "LAT.-. IL.-.GR.-. a GENT.-. DU RIT ECOS.'. AUG.-. ACC.-. IN FRANCE, SEANCE DU 20l jour DU 3l MOIS DUL'AU DE LA GR.-. LUM.-. 5862," below: "( 18 JUIN 1862 E.-. V.-.)" Size 50. Marvin 588. H. M. W. 484. Bronze. Case 1. Recovered from a fire in Hayti, W. I. 726 Lodge des Arts Reunis. Obv.: in a heptagon, a wreath of Acacia branches tied at the bottom by a Cable Tow arranged in the form of a Shield, enclosing Level, Gauge, Square and Compasses interlaced, above the Level, on the right. Blazing Sun, on the left. Moon, over the wreath, five-pointed Blazing Star bearing " G" Ins.: (outside heptagon) "LOGE DES ARTS REUNIS 0.-. DE ROUEN, 5808." Rev.: (in a heptagon) Minerva in the left foreground leaning on a Shield bearing Blazing Sun and legend: "OMNIBUS UTILIS" (useful to all) behind her a sprig of Acacia; in her right hand a lance, her left points to Temple in back- ground approached by a rugged path by seven steps, and supported by four Pillars; on its frieze, Ins.: " R.-. 13.-. J.-. 5808," above the inscrip- tion, a Globe and other emblems; on each.side of the Temple an Olive Tree. Ins.: (outside the heptagon) " ANIMUM HIC DOMARE NEC NON PARERE LEGIBUS ' above extending nearly around, and "J.-. B.'. " below. Very rare. Size 32. Marvin 93. H. M. W. 662. Merzdorf 137. Silver. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF. NEW YORK. 727 Lodge of the Three Hirams. Obv.: two Columns "B" and "J" with Altar between upon which : " PRO DEO ET PATRIA," resting on a Mosaic Pavement, with Sun and Moon, in field and Radiant Delta above. Ins.: "□ .-. DES H. H. H. O.-.DU HAVRE 5813." Rev.: Square and Compasses, one point of the Compasses above the Square, enclosing five-pointed Star bearing the letter "G,"' -and surrounded by Acacia and Palm branches. Ins.: "HARMONIA HONOR HUMANITAS RE- GUNT." Size 50. H. M. W. 510. Silver. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 1. 728 Medal of Lodge Jean De Lafontaine. Obv.: Square and Compasses en- closing Delta bearing Hebrew characters, resting on Rays. On the head of Compasses, a Radiant five-pointed Star bearing letter "G." From the intersection of the Compasses with the Square spring on the left and right Columns "J" and "B" surmounted by fruits. Ins. above extending two-thirds around : " ET BRIT MERGES COPIOSA," be- low, branches of Acacia with stems crossed and tied, enclosing : "RO- QUELAY" in small letters. Rev.: within an open wreath formed «f two branches of Acacia with stems crossed below and tied with a rib- bon, Ins.: "LOGE JEAN DE LAFONTAINE, 0.-. DE CHATEAU- THIERRY" in five lines. Size 25. Bronze. Case 1. 740 SPAIN. Grand Orient, Centennial. Obv.: Square and Compasses en- closing letter "G" surrounded by Rays. Ins. formingcircles: "GRANDE NACIONAL DE ESPANA * Igr GRAN MAESTRE * FUNDADO EN 1780 • POR EL CONDE DE ARANDA. •" Rev. Ins.: "CEN- TENARIO DEL GRANDE ORIENTE NACIONAL DE ESPANA CELEBRADO EN 1880 So ANO DEL 6o GRAN MAESTRE." Size 37. Bronze. From Rev. Bro. Alex. Rosenspitz. Case 1 . 74S AUSTRIA. Joseph II. In commemoration of being made a Master Mason. Obv.: Bust of Emperor Joseph facing left. Ins.: "JOSEPHUS II D - GIOM REX - S - A - GERM - REX - HUNG - BOH - &c. PRIN HERED - A - A - &c." Rev.: Globe surrounded by clouds, with Radiant Delta enclosing All-seeing Eye. Legend: "VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO." Size 46. Silver. From Wor. W. R. Relyea. Case 1. 750 GERMANY, Frederick the Great. Obv.: Bust of Frederick the Great facing left, front, in uniform and chapeau, wearing Collar and Jewel of a Master, Ins.: 'FREDERICVS II BORVSS, REX LALOMIAE CON- DITOR BEROLINI ET PRIMVS III GLOBOR, PRAEVL ♦ " (Fred- erick II, King of Prussia, founder of Freemasonry at Berlin, and first Grand Master of the Lodge of the Three Globes.) Below the Bust : " G. Loos, Dis. G. Pfeuffer, Fee." Rev.: a draped curtain suspended from a COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. rod around which is entwined a Cable Tow having a double knot in the centre, on the curtains. Three Globes in frames, above, the Prussian Eagle with a Sceptre in its right talon, and an Orb in its left, the cur- tain rests on a Mosaic Pavement, and from behind it appear Rays, be- neath the Mosaic Pavement the legend : " SECVLARIA A SODALI- TATE TRIVM GLOBOR CELEBRATA D. 13 SEPT. 1840" in three lines, (The Centennial Anniversary Celebrated by the Lodge of the Three Globes, Sept. 13th, 1840.) Ins. forming outer circle: "SACRA LALAMORVM IN REGNO BORVS, D. 13 SEPTEMB. 1740." (The Rites of Freemasonry Inaugurated in the Kingdom of Prussia, September 13th, 1740.) Size 50. Marvin 365. H. M. W. 18. Silver. Casel! 751 Medal struck to commemorate 50th Anniversary of Initiation of Prince Frederick Wilhelm Nicholaus Carl of Germany. Obv.: naked Bust of Emperor Frederick, facing right, Ins. extending nearly around : " ZUR ERINNERUNG AN DEN 5, NOV. 1853," below the Bust within a frame: " MCMIII." Rev.: Seal of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Hamburg, consisting of a wreath of Laurel leaves and berries within a double circle enclosing an arm and hand extending from clouds on the right, the hand holding Jewel of Grand Master with Collar hanging from the arm, above a naked Sword resting on the earth, and Hebrew char- acters in the left field. Ins. above extending nearly around : " PROV- INZIAL GROSS LOGE VON HAMBURG," below: "Or. Berlin." Size SO. H. M. W. 1064. Silver. From R.-.W.-. Emil Frenkel. Case 1 . Struck by order of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Hamburg, at Berlin, Germany, to commemorate the Initiation at the Palace of the then Prince of Prussia (afterwards William I, King of Prussia, and Ger- man Emperor) of his Son, who became under the title of Frederick III, German Emperor, and Protector of Masonry in Prussia. Also struck in Bronze. 752 Hamburg. Obv.: a Blazing Sun in which is the cipher " ST. G." the G, large, enclosing the other letters. Legend above, circular : " KLEIN IM ENTSTEHEN." (Small in its Origin) Below, also circular : " □ ST. GEORG IN HAMBURG CONSTIT. SEP. 24, 1743." Rev.: a fir tree in centre, below in two lines: SEPTEMBR. 24, 1843." Legend: "WACHSE FERNER EMPOR VOM GROSSEN BAUMEISTER BESGHUETZT." (Continue to grow upwards protected by the Great Architect.) Size 36.7. Marvin 113. H. M. W. 97. Bronze. From Bro. Benno Loewy. Case 1. 753 Perleberg. Obv.: a broken Column with two wreaths of ivy wound around it in centre, on a platform. Ins. in circular form, above; "SANCT JOHANNIS n ZUR PERLE AM BERGE." In Exergue : "IM OR. PERLEBERG/ 3 MAURZ 1900 ' in two lines. Rev.: two equilateral Triangles, one placed reversed above the other, letter " G " in centre, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. forming a Radiant six-pointed Star. Below, view of Perleberg showing St. Jacobi Kirche (St. James Churcii) and City Hall. Ins. above and to left of Radiant Star: "ZUM 50 / JAEHRIGEN" in three lines. Below and to right: " JUBELFEST" (to the SOthAnniversaj-y Jubilee.) Size 45. H. M. W. 461. Bronze. From Bro. Benno Loewy. Case 1. 775 BELGIUM. Homage Of Europe. In honor of the Centennial of American Independence, 1876. Obv.: a Square and Compasses, below which, Ins.: "HOMMAGE DE FFF.-. MAC". D'EUROPE A LEURS TTT.'. CGC". FFF.-. DES STATS UNIS. D'AMERIQUE 5776 • 5876 (Tribute of the Freemasons of Europe to their very dear Brethren of the United States of America) in seven lines, the last curving. Rev.: branches open at top and stems crossing at bottom, surrounding Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G " surrounded by Rays, on the head of the Compasses a five-pointed Star. Size 37. Marvin 85. H. M. W. note to 267. Bronze. Case 1. 776 Liege Medal. Obv.: a Delta bearing the All-seeing Eye above two Shields, the one on the left bearing the Square and Compasses with the points of the Compasses beneath the Square, a Gavel and Trowel cross- ed above and parallel to the Square, the one on the right quartered with a Taper and Heraldic designs, above the Delta on the left: " OR.*. DE " on the right: "LIEGE." surmounted by a quatre foil, beneath the Shields: "7e.\ M.'. 5869." Rev.: within a Delta, two right hands joined, above the Delta, a quatre foil with " 1 " in centre. Ins. on the left: " AUX TTT.-." on the right : "CCC.-. FFF.-." below in small letters: "SOUVENIR DU F.'. BIRCHANT, ETR A'N.-." (aux tres frerea etrangers. (To our very dear foreign Brethren.) Size 25. Marvin 41. H. M. W. 264. Copper. Case 1. 780 HOLLAND. Prince Frederick William, in commemoration of the 25th Anniversary as Grand Master. Obv.: Bust of Prince Frederick William facing right, under the Bust in small letters: " J.". P.". SCHONBERG, F.-." Ins.: "WILLEM FREDERICK KAREL PRINS DER NEDER- LAND." Rev.: Grand Master's Ribbon and Jewel, surmounted by Rad- iant Star bearing letter " G," enclosing, Ins.. "HEIM BESTRALL STEEDS HET LIGHT UIT DEN HOOGE" in five lines, (May light from on high ever illuminate him.) In outer circle : "XXV, J.'. GR.'. M.-. NAT.-. D.-. 0.-. V.-. VV.-. MM.-. IN. NED.-. 0.-. L.-. EN. KOL.-." (Twenty-five years National Grand Master of Freemasons of the Neth- erlands and her Colonies.) Under the Jewel, in three lines : " HULDE DER BROEDERSCHAP. MDCCCXLI" (Homage of the Brotherhood, 1841.) Struck at the Hague, October 1 6th, 1841. Size 52. Marvin 24. H. M. W. 222. Merzdorf 21. Silver. 790 MALTA. Coin, 10 Scudi, Knights of St. John. Obv.: armed Knight with Sword at carry arms, blade resting on shoulder, in his left hand, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. what appears to be an Hour Glass, his legs dividing date "1796" Ins.: " PAR - CRE? HOL - CONCORDIA - RES - " enpircling.the coin. Rev.: within a Square with ornaments on the four sides, Ins.: " IVIO : CRD : PRONIN : BELC : A D LEG. IMP." in five lines. Size 21. Gold. From R.-.W.-. John G. Barker. Case 1. 795 UNCLASSIFIED. Antique Jewel. Ob v.: Double Headed Eagle sur- mounted by a Crown. Rev.: Deer running. Embordered by a Cable Tow. Size 42. Cast Brass. From Bro. James H. Pratt. Case 1. Probably a Guild Jewel 18th Century. Obverse. Reverse. Guild Medal, 17th Century. No. 795. ADDENDA-MEDALS. 69 NEW YORK. Medal St. Gecile Lodge, No. 568. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing- letter "G." Rev.: Ins. above extending two-thirds around: " ST. GEGILE □ No. 568, F. & A. M'.," below: " NEW-YORK CITY" beneath which in small letters: " Poillon," enclosing: "TO COMMEMORATE VISIT TO UNIVERSITY □ No. 610 PHILADEL- PHIA, PA. NOV. 2Sth, 1 904 " in seven lines, the second line curved. Size 35. Copper. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1. Of these Medals there were 20 struck in Silver, 40 in Brass, 40 in Copper and 500 in Aluminum. Issued fay Bro. William Poillon for private circulation. 232 PENNSYLVANIA. Medal Mary Gommandery, No. 36, K. T., 1883. Obv.: an ornate Maltese Gross, on the upper arm monogram "MC," on the lower; " 1869," on the left a Standard without emblem, on the right Standard bearing a, Roman Cross surmounted by a. Crown. On the Maltese Cross is superimposed a Norman Shield embordered on the left and right by branches, and bearing a Radiant Roman Cross, and quar- tered. In the upper left is a Maltese Cross; the lower left. Square and Compasses; the upper right, two Deltas interlaced forming a six-pointed Star; the lower right, a Paschal Lamb, Ins. above on the left: "RAB- ONI," on the right: "ALL HAIL," enclosed by Ins. above extendingtwo- thirds around: "MARY GOMMANDERY No. 36, KNIGHTS TEM- PLAR," below: "PHILADELPHIA, PENN^" Rev.: within an open wreath of branches of Thorns on the left and Roses on the right, with stems crossed and tied with a ribbon below, Ins.: " PILGRIMAGE TO SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA AUGUST 31, 1883" in five lines, the first and fifth curved. Size 33. Bronze. Case 1. 233 Medal Mary Gommandery, No. 36, 1884. Obv.: Mary kneeling at the feet of Jesus, on the left, Tomb, on the right, Roman Cross sculptured on rocks, Ins. above: " MARY GOMMANDERY No. 36, K. T.," below: "PHILADELPHIA. PA." Rev.; within an open wreath of Thorns on the left and Roses on the right, with stems crossed below and tied with a ribbon, a Trefoil enclosing above, a Roman Gross, below on the left, Ins. above extending half around: "PILGRIMAGE TO ERIE AND BRADFORD," below: "MAY 1884," the month and date separated by stems of wreath. Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 234 Mary Gommandery, No. 36, K. T., 1886. Obv.: within a double circle bearing legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES" superimposed on a Star COLLECTION MADH BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. formed by nineteen Rays, each Ray bearing the year a Pilgrimage was made, extending from "1870 " to " 1886," aRoman Gross. Below be- tween the points, letters forming Ins.: "PILGRIMAGES." Enclosed by Ins. above extending two-thirds around: " MARY COMMANDERY No. S6, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR," below: "PHILADELPHIA, PA." Rev.: a Globe with ribbon across, Ins.: "MARY," superimposed on a Maltese Cross, the left arm Ins.: " INSTITUTED," the right: "CON- STITUTED," the upper: "1869," the lower: "46,556 MILES." Ins. above extending two-thirds around: "PILGRIMAGE TO ST. LOUIS & YELLOWSTONE," below: " SEPTEMBER 21, 1886." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 235 Mark Penny, Jerusalem Chapter, No. 3, R. A. M., Philadelphia, Pa. Obv.: Ins. above extending two-thirds around: "JERUSALEM CHAPTER No. 3, R. A. M.," below: "* PHILA., PA." enclosing on a sunk field, a Keystone bearing a raised circle, Ins.: "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S.,'' above the circle a Chisel, below, a Mallet, Ins. above: "Instituted," below: "AD 1758." Rev.: Ins. above: "THEY RECEIVED EVERY MAN," below: " A PENNY " enclosing on a sunk field, a Delta within a circle, enclosing a triple Tau, on the three sides of the Delta, letter" M," above the circle, legend: "ONE," below: "PENNY." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 236 Mark Penny Excelsior Mark Lodge, No. 2 16, Philadelphia, Pa. Obv.: Ins.; "EXCELSIOR No. 216" in two lines, the first line curved and orna- mental dash below the second. Rev.: Keystone bearing within a dou- ble circle: "HTWSSTK S." Ins. above: "MARK," below: "LODGE." Size 23. Copper. Case 1. 237 Mark Penny Oriental Chapter, No. 1 83, R. A. M. Pennsylvania. Obv.: with- in circle, Delta enclosing Hebrew Character, below Delta, Ins.: "DEC 17th 1903" in two lines. Ins. above extending nearly around: "AND THEY RECEIVED EVERY MAN A PENNY." Rev.: Keystone bear- ing within a double circle: " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." enclosing "183." Supported on. the left by a Chisel, on the right a Gavel. Ins. above: "ORIENTAL R. A. CHAPTER No. 183 ROBERT A. ARTHUR" in two lines; below: "M. E. H. P. 1903 ONE PENNY" in three lines, the third line curved. Size 28. Bronze. Case 1. 258 Centennial Medal Royal Arch Masonry in Pennsylvania, by Chester Chapter No. 258. Obv.: ornamental Keystone bearing within a double circle: "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S.," supported on the left by a Chisel, on right a Gavel, Ins. above: "ONE," below: "PENNY." Rev.: on a sunk field. Crow, Pickaxe and Shovel crossed, Ins. above: " IN COMMEM- ORATION OF THE CENTENNIAL " in three lines, the first and third lines curved; below: "ANNIVERSARY OF R. A. M. IN PENNA. NOV. 23rd, 1895." in four lines, the third and fourth lines curved; Ins. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIOUITIES, OHAND LODOE OP NEW YORK. above extending two-thirds around: "CHESTER CHAPTER No. 258, R. A. M." below: "CHESTER, PA." Suspended by a red ribbon from a bar bearing within a circle. Delta enclosing a triple Tau, and Ins. on left: "1795," on right: "1895." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 404 CONNECTICUT. Mark Penny Pulaski Chapter No. 26, R. A. M. Obv.: Reverse of Jewish Half Shekel, viz.: Pot of Incense enclosed by Ins. in Hebrew characters: "CHATZI SHEKEL JISROEIL" (Half Shekel Israel.) Rev.: Keystone bearing within a double sunk circle: " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." and Ins. above the circle: "PULASKI," below: "26." Below the Keystone extending half around: "New Haven, Conn." Size 26. Nickel. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1. 405 Mark Penny Pulaski Chapter, No. 26, R. A. M. Obv.: Obverse of Jewish Half Shekel, viz.: Aaron's Rod enclosed by Ins. in Hebrew characters: "HAKEDOSHA JERUSHALAIM" (The Holy Jerusalem.) Rev.: as No. 404. Size 26. Nickel. From Bro. William Poillon. Case 1. 406 Medal St. John's Lodge, No. 2, Middletown, Conn., 150th Anniversary. Obv.: Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G," Ins. above: "150th ANNIVERSARY," below: " ST. JOHN'S LODGE No. 2." Rev.: Ins.: "FER 4, 1754 MIDDLETOWN CONN. FEB. 4, 1904" in four lines, •the first and fourth curved. Suspended by a blue ribbon from a bar Ins.: "1754-1904." Size 29. Gilt. From St. John's Lodge, No. 2. Case 1. 487 MICHIGAN. Mark Penny Washtenaw Chapter, No. 6, R. A. M., Wash- tenaw, Mich. Type of No. 57, Obv.: Ins. above extending two-thirds around: " WASHTENAW CHAPTER No. 6, R. A.M." below: "MICH- IGAN." Size 35. Bronze. Case 1. 494 OHIO. Mark Penny Delaware Chapter, No. 54, R. A. M.. Delaware, 0. Obv.: Ins. above extending nearly around: "DELAWARE CHAPTER No. 54, R. A. M., below: "Delaware, O.," enclosing blank for Mark. Rev.: Keystone with rough surface bearing within a double circle: "H. T W S S T K S," supported on the left by a Chisel, on the right, a Oavel. Legend above: "One Penny," below the Keystone two branches with stems crossed in centre. Size 30. Brass. Case 1. •525 KANSAS. Mark Penny Ottawa Chapter, No. 7, R. A. M., Ottawa, Kans. Obv.: Ins. above: "OTTAWA CHAPTER No. 7, R. A. M." below: COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. "Ottawa, Kan." enclosing within a circle: "CHARTERED FEB'Y 17, 1867." in three lines, the first and third curved. Rev.: Type of No. 494. Size 30. Bronze. Case 1. 53 1 CALIFORNIA. Mark Penny San Francisco Chapter, No. 1, R. A, M., San Francisco, Cal. Obv.: enclosed by a broad band circle, on a sunk cor- rugated field, a Keystone bearing within a. double circle, Ins.: "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S.,"the figure "1," in the upper left corner, " S," in the right, "F," below the circle, "CHP." incused. Rev.: "within a line- circle enclosed by a broad band circle, on a sunk corrugated field, Ins.: "ONE PENNY" in two lines. Rare. Size 28. Copper. From Wor. Benno Loewy. Case 1. 623 WASHINGTONIA. Medal to commemorate Centenary of Death of Wash- ington. Obv.: naked Bust of Washington facing right, Ins. on right of Bust: "WASHINGTON | MONUMENT | ASSOGIA | TION" in four lines, on left below the Bust: "ALEXAN ] DRIA VA." in two lines; surrounded by Ins.: "STRUCK BY ORDER OF CONGRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE CENTENARY OF WASHINGTON'S DEATH." Rev.: within a wreath, an Apron with wide border, bearing Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G," Ins. above: "WASHING- TON," below: "MASTER," partly enclosed by Ins. below extending two-thirds around: "ALEXANDRIA LODGE No. 22 A. F. & A. M. 1788." Size 40. Silver, Velvet Finish. Case 1. This is one of a set of four Medals in silver and bronze, the reverse of which commemorates Washington as " Master of Alexandria Lodge 1788," a "Surveyor 1749." a "Member of Friendship Fire Co- 1773" and as the "Foremost Farmer of his day," and are from the designs for the four sides of a monument to be erected in the City of Alexandria, to Washington as a citizen. 624 Duplicate of No. 623. Bronze, Velvet Finish. Case 1. 668 TEXAS. Mark Penny La Porte Chapter, No. 239, R. A. M., La Porte, Tex. Obv.: Ins. above extending two-thirds around: "LA PORTE CHAPTER No. 239, R. A. M.," below: " LA PORTE, TEX." enclosing within a circle: "INSTITUTED JAN. 1, 1903 " in two lines forming an upper and lower ellipse with Radiant five-pointed Star between. Rev.: Type of No. 494. Size 30. Brass. Case 1. 729 FRANCE. Medal Lodge St. Eugene. Obv.: within a wreath, a Radiant five-pointed Star bearing letter " G," Ins. above: " LOGE DE sT EU- GENE," below: "b& Or.'. De Paris. ^" Rev.: Ins. extending around the Medal; " * CONSTITUEE PAR LE G.'. 0.-. DE FR.-. LE 44Me J.-. DU Si^E M.-. D.-." enclosing a Blazing Sun above Ins.: "L' AN 5805," Size 27. Copper, Milled Edge. Case 1. BADGES. CLASS B. Size in Millimetres. Masonic Board of Relief. Black wire-cloth disk bearing- in gilt script letters conforming to shape and forming a monogram : "N Y M B of Relief" surrounded by a rosette of six ribbons, alternating blue and white, with two white ribbons below, Ins.: "Sept. 3d & 4th 1899." Size 67x120. From Badge Committee, Masonic Fair. Case 2. Executive Committee, Masonic Fair, 1887. A gilt Square on the two arms of which in openwork: "EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE." From an ornamental bar connecting the arms a blue ribbon terminating in a gilt band, bearing in gilt metal letters forming a circle : MASONIC FAIR" enclosing " 1887." Size 60x95. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2 Duplicate of No. 2. Ladies' Badge, with white ribbon. From R.-.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2. Dedication of Masonic Home at Utica, 5th District. Square and Com- passes bearing in relief a model of the Masonic Home, partly encircled by a ribbon, the ends passing under the model. Ins. above ; "DEDI- CATION MASONIC HOME" on the ends of the ribbon: "OCT 5." date beneath month, on the left: "1892." On the right, under the model in the angle of the Square: "Utica N. Y." in two lines. Sus- pended from an ornamental bar, Ins.: "MASONIC 5 DISTRICT" in curved lines. Size 35x41. Gilt. ' Case 2. 100th Anniversary Trinity Lodge, No. 12, New York, N.Y. Delta bear- ing within double circle Square and Compasses enclosing "G," between the lines of the circles, Ins.: "TRINITY LODGE No. 12 F. & A. M." above, "MARCH " below, in left corner : "23rd" in right : "1895." Ornamental work on sides of Delta forming a three-leaved Clover, bearing on the leaves a Mallet, Trowel and Level, with branches on each side, with stems crossed below. Suspended from an ornamental bar, Ins.: "100 Anniversary." Size 39x42. Bronzed. Case 2. Pioneer Lodge, No. 20, New York, N. Y., Centennial. Ornamental dia- mond bearing a Cross on which rests a circle, Ins. above : " CENTEN- NIAL" below: "PIONEER O 20 F. & A. M.," on ribbons across the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. circumference, on the left: "1800," on the right: "1900," enclosing Square and Compasses and "G" surrounded by Rays. Suspended by a blue ribbon from an ornamental bar, the lower edg-e curved, Ins. : " SOU- VENIR " the lower edge of the letters curved to conform to the bar. Size 38x38. Gilt. From Pioneer Lodge, No. 20. Case 2. 7 Laying Corner Stone of Masonic Temple, Rochester, N. Y. A Trow^el Ins.: "LAYING CORNER STONE MASONIC TEMPLE ROCHESTER N. Y. NOV. 1, 1901" in six lines, the first and fourth lines curved, the, third and fourth lines" separated by Square and Compasses enclosing " G." Size 20x52. Oxidized. From Wor. Charles 01pp. Case 2. • 8 Oriental Lodge, No. 224, Utica, N. Y. Dedication of Masonic Home. Formed by the conjunction of the arcs of four circles, bearing Square and Compasses enclosing " G" resting on Rays; above on an ornamental ribbon Ins.: "ORIENTAL LODGE." below: "Utica, N. Y." on the left in script letters incused : " No." on the right " 224." Suspended from ■an ornamental bar, Ins.: "MASONIC HOME DEDICATION OCT. S 1392 " in three lines, the two upper lines curved. Size 33x45. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 9 Clinton Lodge, No. 155, Pittsburgh, N. Y., Semi-centennial. Within a double circle Ins.: " CLINTON LODGE No. 155 F. & A. M. Plattsburgh, N. Y." A clothed Bust of De Witt Clinton facing front, across the lower edge, on the left, a ribbon Ins.: "FIFTIETH" on the right: "ANNI- VERSARY," between the ribbons a shield Ins.: "DEC. 8th 1899" in three lines, surrounded by branches and ornamental scrolls. Suspended by two chains from an ornamental bar Ins.: "1849 1899" the dates separated by Square and Compasses enclosing " G." Size 34x42. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. C. B. Wilkinson. Case 2. 10 Delta Lodge, No. 451, Brooklyn, N. Y., Semi-centennial. A Trowel with blue enameled handle Ins. across the centre of the blade : " Delta □ 451" with "1851" above, and "1901" below. Size 11x32. Gilt. From Delta Lodge, No. 451. Case 2. 1 1 Delta Lodge, No. 451, Brooklyn, N. Y., Souvenir of Masonic Guild Fair, April 13th to 25th, 1903. A blue Delta enclosing "451" above, a scroll Ins.: "DELTA" below, Square and Compasses enclosing "G," the head of the Compasses resting on the bottom of the Delta, on the left "19," on the right " 03," the whole resting on Rays. Round with COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. irregular edges ornamented with flowers, branches and ornamental scrolls. Size 27. Silver. From Delta Lodge, No. 451. Case 2. There were but twenty-five of these struck and were presented to and worn by the ladies having charge of the booth of Delta Lodge dur- ing the Fair. , 12 Schiller Lodge, No. 304, New York, N. Y., Semi-centennial. An orna- mental Shield with a blue enameled field, Ins.: " SOth ANNIVERSARY SCHILLER □ 304— F & A M JAN. 21st 1903 " in four curved lines, with Bust of Schiller facing left, within a circle embordered by branches, above, and Square and Compasses enclosing "G" below. Size 22x27. Gilt. From Schiller Lodge, No. 304. Case 2. 13 Doric Lodge, No. 280, New York City. Button, bearing a Doric Column on which rests Square and Compasses enclosing "G" with branches on right and left forming an open wreath. Ins. above extending two- thirds around : " DORIC □ 280 F. & A. M." Size 20. Oxidized. From Wor. Geo. T. Ernst. Case 2. 14 Navigator Lodge, No. 232, New York, N. Y., SOth Anniversary. An Anchor, the shank, Ins.: "NAVIGATOR Q 232, " the flukes : "1850 F. & A. M. 1900." Size 26x36. Gilt. From Navigator Lodge, No. 232. Case 2. 15 Hiram Lodge. No. 449, New York, N. Y. A Trowel, Ins.: " HIRAM CD 449 F. & A. M. 1 ?92 1900 " in'five lines, the first line curved. Size 14x34. Gilt. From Wor. Charles Schneider. Case 2. 16 Hope Lodge, No. 244, New York, N.Y., SOth Anniversary. A white disc bearing Square and Compasses enclosing red "G," from which hangs two blue ribbons, the left Ins.: " HOPE □ 244 F. & A. M.," the right : ,"50th ANNIVERSARY 1851 SEPT. 30, 1901." For Members. Size 32. Celluloid. From Hope Lodge, No. 244. Case 2. ir Hope Lodge, No. 244, New York, N. Y., SOth Anniversary. Within an oval, Ins.: "50th ANNIVERSARY HOPE □ 244 F & A M." a figure of Hope, in her left hand a sprig of Acacia, her right supporting an Anchor, on the base. Square and Compasses. For Ladies. Size 20x24. Oxidized. From Hope Lodge, No. 244. Case 2. ■COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON, ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 18 Badge worn by members of the Grand Lodge, State of New York, at the Dedication of Masonic Hall. A purple ribbon, Ins. at top : " DEDICA- TION OF THE TEMPLE JUNE 2nd 1875" in three lines. Length- wise: "GRAND LODGE. OF NEW YORK." Size 39xl?4. From Bro. R. Prince. Case 2. 19 Hyatt Lodge, No. 205, Brooklyn, N. Y., 50th Anniversary. A Trowel, Ins.: '■ SOth ANNIVERSARY HYATT □ 205 F. & A. M." in four lines, separated by Square and Compasses enclosing "G." The handle Ins.: "DEC. 4, 1900." Size 26x55. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. M. S. Silveira. Case 2. 20 St. George's Lodge, No. 6, Schenectady. N. Y., Laying Corner Stone of Masonic Home. A Radiant oval, Ins.: " UTICA MAY 21sT 1891," with ornament above Ins.: "5774," below, bearing Square and Com- passes and "G," enclosing St. George and the Dragon. Suspended from a bar Ins.: "SI GEORGE'S N° 6" Incused. Size 27x39. Bronze. From St. George's Lodge, No. 6. Case 2. 21 Tyrian Lodge, No. 618, Brooklyn, N. Y., Fair Committee Badge. A blue ribbon bow with two streamers, the left Ins.: " TYRIAN LODGE 618, F. A. M." in two lines; the right : "FAIR COMMITTEE," bearing an Aluminum Square and Compasses enclosing "G." ' Size 55x60. From Fair Committee of Tyrian Lodge, No. 618. Case 2. 22 Sixth Masonic District, New York' City. -A blue silk ribbon depending from a gilt band, bearing on a white celluloid disc within a gilt circle. Bust of M.-.W.-. John Stewart, facing, Ins. above : " SIXTH" below: "DISTRICT." Size 55x135. From R.'.W.". Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2. 23 Ancient City Lodge, No. 452, Albany, N. Y., Fiftieth Anniversary Button. Within a double circle, Ins. above : ■■ ANCIENT CITY LODGE No. 452 F. & A. M. ALBANY, N. Y.," below : " + 1852 1902 +," on a sunk field, an old Dutch Church, ( Seal of the Lodge) with Square and Compasses enclosing "G" below. Size 20. Oxidized. From Wor. John D. Whish. Case 2. 24 George Washington Lodge, No. 285, New York City, 50th Anniversary Button. Within a blue band Ins.: " 50th ANNIVERSARY GEO. WASHINGTON □ 285 F. & A. M.," the line terminating in Square and Compasses, below. Bust of Washington facing left, with dates "1853 1903 " divided by point of Bust, below. Size 18. Gilt and Enamel. From George Washington Lodge, No. 285. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 25 Masonic Guild Fair, Brooklyn, N. Y. A disc bearing Square and Com- passes enclosing Radiant All-seeing Eye above " 1902, one point of the Compasses beneath the Square, the head representing the Sun, the legs Ins.: "LUX FUIT," the Square Ins.: "BROOKLYN MASONIC GUILD," nearly surrounded by two branches, on the right and left Columns on a platform on which rests the angle of the Square. Sus- i)endedby a blue ribbon Ins.: MASONIC GUILD FAIR APRIL 13-15 1903 " in four lines from a gilt bar with white centre, Ins.: " BROOK- LYN." Size 44. Celluloid. From Wor. Wm. Schroeder, M. D. Case 2. 26 Masonic Guild Fair, Brooklyn, N. Y. Ladies Committee Badge. A disc bearing within a gilt metal border, colored Square and Compasses en- closing "G." Suspended by a blue ribbon Ins.: "MASONIC GUILD FAIR NASSAU LODGE 1903" in five lines from a gilt framed bar with the name of the Lady: "Mrs. William Schroeder." Size 32. Celluloid. From Wor. Wm. Schroeder. Case 2. 27 Grand Lodge of Connecticut, Centennial. An ornamental Shield, Ins.: above: "GRAND LODGE," below: " OF CONNECTICUT " in two lines, in the field Plumb, Level and Square, with clasped Hands below, open Book above, and Columns on the right and left, in the upper left corner: " 1789 1889 " in two lines, in the right, three branches with flowers, on the left side parallel with Column, Ins.: " SUMUS," on the right : " FRATRES," surmounted by Radiant All-seeing Eye. Sus- pended from a bar Ins.. "A CENTURY." Size 42x58. Silvered. Case 2. This Badge was also struck in gilt. 28 Harmony Lodge, No. 42, Waterbury, Conn. A Square with ornamental border, in the field Square and Compasses enclosing " G," in line with ends of Square on the left : "1797," on the right : "1897 " in the upper left corner extending diagonally, Ins.: "HARMONY," in the right, and LODGE No. 42." above the Compasses : " Centennial, below the Square: "FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS WATERBURY CONN." in two lines. Size 45x45. Bronze. Case 2. 29 Brooklyn Masonic Veterans, Brooklyn, N. Y. A disc bearing a Garter, Ins. above: "BROOKLYN MASONIC VETERANS," below: "21," enclosing a segment of a Globe, Ins.: "1888," surmounted by a winged Hour Glass, with Radiant All-seeing Eye above, on the left, Square and Compasses, on the right, a Trowel; above the Garter, legend : "THE BEST OF LIFE IS YET TO gOME." Size 32. Celluloid. From Brooklyn Masonic Veterans. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 30 Brooklyn Masonic Veterans. Veteran of Veterans Badge. A blue ribbon rosette bearing a, gilt thirteen-pointed Star with a raised blue centre, Ins.: "VETERAN OF VETERANS" in three lines from which depends two gilt tassels and yellow ribbons, Ins. on the left : "PRESENTED BY The Brooklyn Masonic Veterans OCT. 25th, 1902 " in three lines; on the right: "FOR 50 YEARS SERVICE IN THE QUARRIES." Suspended from a gilt bar. Size 95x215. From family of Bro. Edward Hooker, through Brooklyn Masonic Veterans, Case 2. This Badge was presented to Bro. Edward Hooker, (Torpedo Hooker) Commander U. S. Navy, retired. 3 1 Connecticut Masonic Veterans. A Square with ornamental scroll border bearing legend, above : "DIES NISI SERENOS NON SIGNO," below, Ins.: "CONN MASONIC VETERANS" forming a circle enclosing a Sun Dial, Ins.: " - 1872 -" on the lower part. Suspended by a blue ribbon from a pin. Size 45x45. Aluminum. Case 2. 32 Pennsylvania Masonic Veterans, Philadelphia, Pa. A Garter, Ins. above: "MASONIC VETERANS OF PENNSYLVANIA," below: "21." en- closing a Keystone surrounded by Rays, bearing within a circle formed by a snake swallowing its tail, the letter " V." Size 25. Bronze. From Bro. W. L. Soyer. Case 2. 35 Newark Lodge, No. Z, Newark, N. J., 75th Anniversary. A Trowel, Ins.: "75th ANNIVERSARY NEWARK □ No. 7 F. & A. M. 1827 1902 NEWARK, N. J." in six lines, the first, fourth and fifth curved, the fourth and fifth separated by Square and Compasses enclosing "G," the head of the Compasses dividing the dates. Size 20x54. Oxidized. From R.-.W.-. Elmer Smith. Case 2. 34 Warren Lodge, No. 13, Belvidere, N. J., 75th Anniversary. A Trowel, Ins.: "75th ANNIVERSARY WARREN □ No. 13 F. & A. M. 1826 1901 BELVIDERE, N. J." in six lines, the first, fourth and fifth lines curved, and fourth and fifth lines separated by Square and Compasses enclosing " G, the head of the Compasses separating the dates. Size 20x54. Oxidized. From R.-.W.-. Elmer Smith Case 2. 35 Dedication of Masonic Temple, Montgomery, Ala. A white disc with gilt metal rim bearing portrait of James M. Brundidge, facing front, sus- pended by a blue ribbon Ins.: "DEDICATION OF THE MASONIC TEMPLE MONTGOMERY, ALA. DEC. 7, 1898," in five lines, from an ornamental white bar with gilt metal rim, Ins.: "JAMES M. BRUN- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. DIDGE STATE GRAND LECTURER," in two lines, the second line small letters. Size 44. Celluloid. From R.-.W.'. H. Clay Armstrong. Case 2. 36 Quarto-centennial Grand Lodge of South Dakota. A disc bearing Square and Compasses enclosing " G," Ins. above; " QUARTO-CENTENNIAL," below: " GRAND LODGE A. F. & A. M-." attached to which are two blue ribbons, the one on the right Ins.: "YANKTON, SOUTH DAK- OTA," the left : "JUNE 13-14, 1899.'.' Size 44. Celluloid. From M.-.W.-. W. C. Allen. Case 2. 3? Orient Chapter, No. 138, Semi-centennial. White Banner with red drap- ery on upper part, Ins.: " Orient Chapter, No. 138," in two lines, on the field a Seal with quarterings in dark blue and gold divided by a light blue Cross, supported by Cherubims with scroll underneath bearing the legend: "HOLINESS TO THE LORD," above the Seal, Ins.: "Royal Arch Masons," below on a red ribbon : " Brooklyn,'' with " N. Y." un- derneath, all in gilt letters. Suspended from an ornamental bar bear- ing a Keystone Ins.: " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." in the centre, above Ins.: " SOUVINIR" below, extending the whole length of the bar : "1851 SOth ANNIVERSARY 1901" on curved ribbons. Size 30x55. Gilt and Enamel. From R.-.W.-. M. S. Silveir^. Case 2. 38 Oneida Chapter, No. 57, Utica, N. Y., Dedication of Masonic Home. An ornamental ribbon ends joined at the bottom, Ins. above : " ONEIDA CHAPTER," below: "Utica, 57 N. Y." enclosing a Keystone with le- gend within a double circle : "HTWSSTK S," bearing an open Delta, the angles resting on the ribbon. Suspended from an ornamental bar.Ins.: "MASONIC HOME DEDICATION OCT. 5 1892, in three lines, the first and second curved. Size 29x35. Bronze. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 39 General Grand Chapter. A white oblong bearing a Grand High Priest's; Jewel, Ins. above: "GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER" in two lines;, below: "LITTLE ROCK, ARK. OCTOBER 6, 1903" in two lines. Attached to and suspended by a red ribbon from a gilt bar Ins.: "ILL- INOIS." Size 50x98. Celluloid. From R.-.W.-. Gil W. Barnard. Case 2. 40 . Representative to General Grand Chapter. Irregular shaped disc sur- rounded by branches separated at top by a Delta bearing a triple Tau. In the centre a Breast Plate representing in colors the twelve tribes of Israel, resting on an emblem formed by three Deltas bearing Hebrew characters. Below, Crow, Spade and Pick crossed, on the left, Ins.: COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. "CINCINNATI" on the right: "SEPT. 25, 1900." Suspended by a red ribbon from an ornamental bar on which is a Keystone bearing a Seal, above on a red enamel ribbon, Ins.: "REPRESENTATIVE." be- low: "GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER R. A. M." in two curved lines. Size 44x53. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 41 Semi-centennial Grand Chapter of Illinois. A gilt ornamental clasp with white centre bearing Magicians Wand with Serpent entwined, encircled by a Signet Ring in the centre bearing an inverted Delta enclosing He- brew characters. Size 22x53. Gilt and Celluloid. From R.-.W.-. Gil W. Barnard. Case 2. 42 Grand Council Royal and Select Masters, 89th Annual Assembly. A pur- ple ribbon, Ins.: "GRAND COUNCIL ROYAL AND SELECT MAS- TERS, STATE OF NEW YORK. MASONIC HALL, NEW YORK CITY, AUGUST 30, 1898" in seven lines. Above, a white ribbon bearing two American Flags with Staves crossed; below, gilt fringe. Suspended from a white bar with gilt border. Ins. in blue letters : '•89th ANNUAL ASSEMBLY." Size 52x150. From R.-.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2. 43 Grand Council Royal and Select Masters, 90th Annual Assembly. A pur- ple ribbon Ins. as No. 42, with date: "August 29, 1899," with gilt fringe below. Suspended from a white bar with gilt border, Ins.: "90th Annual Assembly," from which depends suspended by a yellow ribbon, a white celluloid disc bearing on Obv. a purple Banner on which are Columns supported by Arches, on a Mosaic Pavement, with Ark and Cherubims between, Ins. below: " STATE OF NEW YORK 1807" in two lines; above, on a dark green curtain : "GRAND COUNCIL Royal and Select Masters " in two lines; the staff surmounted by a Delta. Rev.: a Delta enclosing Hebrew characters. Size 52x170. From R.-.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2. 44 Adelphic Council, No. 7, New York City. A disc bearing a circle, Ins. above: "GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL DEPOSIT," below: -'NEW YORK DEC. 31. 1894." ■ On a sunk field with angles resting on the circle, a. Delta with lower side broken, resting on a Sword, on the upper angle a Trowel, Ins.: "ADELPHIC COUNCIL No. 7 R. & S. M." in- cused, enclosing an Ark and Cherubims. Suspended by a purple ribbon from an ornamental bar, Ins.: "A. P. R." in Old English text, incused. Size 35. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. John W. Coburn. Case 2. 45 General Grand Council, 6th Triennial, 1897. An ornamental Shield bearing a Delta, lower side broken, Ins.: "R. & S. M. S. N. Y." en- COLLECTION MADE BY GOMMJTTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. closing Ark and Cherubims, resting on a Sword, on the upper angle a Trowel, above, a circular ribbon Ins.: "6th TRIENNIAL BALTI- MORE 1897," below on a scroll : '' GENERAL GRAND COUNCIL U. S. A." Suspended by a purple ribbon from an ornamental bar, Ins.: ' R. & S. M." in Old English Text. 'Size 34x45. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. John W. Goburn. Case 2. 46 General Grand Council, 1900. An ornamental^ Radiant Shield embor- dered with branches, bearing a purple Delta with broken base, Ins. on the left: "SEPT. 24th," on the right; "1900," enclosing a Trowel, the point entering the break in the base, above a ribbon, Ins.: "CIN- CINNATI." Suspended by a purple ribbon from an ornamental bar consisting of the arc of a circle enameled purple, Ins.: "REPRESENT- ATIVE." resting on scrolls, Ins.: "GRAND COUNCIL," separated by a Shield resting on a Keystone bearing Sun rising behind mountains above, and Sheaves below, surmounted by Ins.: "General." Size 44x50. Gilt and Enamel. From G. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 47 Dedication of Masonic Home at Utica. A red ribbon bearing within a gilt circle a Delta enclosing a Tau. Ins. above : "DEDICATION MAS- ONIC HOME" in two lines, below: "OCT. 5, 1892, UTICA, RY." in two lines, beneath which in perpendicular lines are blue, purple, red and white ribbons, trimmed with gilt fringe, attached to an ornamental metal bar. Size -78x180. , Case 2 48 Triennial Conclave, Grand Encampment, K. T., San Francisco, 1883. A wreath enclosing a Roman Cross bearing a Delta enclosing a Cross and Crown, on the arms Ins.; " I. H. S. V.," above the wreath a curved rib- bon Ins. in the centre : "SAN FRANCISCO," on the left : " AUG." on the right : " 1 883." Suspended from a bar bearing on a bronze disc, a mounted Knight with lance set in the act of charging, above, Ins.: "TRIENNIAL K. T." in two lines. Size 46x60. Gilt. From Bro. Wm. B. Henry. Case 2. 49 Triennial Conclave, Grand Encampment, K. T., Boston. Ornamental Shield Ins.: -TWENTY SIXTH TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE K. T. GRAND ENCAMPMENT OF THE U. S." in seven lines, the sixth and seventh lines curved, bearing a Maltese Cross with legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES " in a circle enclosing a Cross and Crown. Suspended from a curved bar Ins.: " BOSTON," surmounted by a Sunburst. Size 35x43. Gilt. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. 50 Grand Commandery, K. T., New York. Ornamental Shield bearing a white Norman Shield with black and gold border, enclosing a red Mal- tese Gross, suspended from and resting on a Crowned Roman Cross, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. around the sides a ribbon tas. on the left : " GRAND COMMAND ERY," on the right : "STATE OF NEW YORK." Suspended from a medal- lion bearing portrait of Grand Commander Sir Erastus C. Delevan, fac- ing right in an oval Ins. above: "BINGHAMTON," belovsr: "SEPT. 24-26 1901." The medallion suspended from a bar bearing Seal of Grand Gommandery, below a curved red ribbon Ins.: " 88th ANNUAL CONCLAVE." Mounted on a red ribbon. Size 45x57. Gilt and Enamel. From G. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 5 1 Grand Gommandery, State of Nev7 York, Annual Conclave, 1902. On a gilt field a Radiant red Roman Cross the lower part encircled by a Crown, on the right and left a mounted Knight with drawn Sword, at the foot a white Maltese Cross bearing a blue Delta studded with Stars, above, forming a half circle, legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES." Surmounted by a white ribbon forming a half circle, Ins.: "GRAND GOMMANDERY." Suspended from two ornamental bars, the lower one bearing within a blue circle, Ins.: "SARATOGA SPRINGS SEPT. 9, 10, 1902," Knights with encampment in background, on the upper bar within a blue horse shoe, Ins.: "89th ANNUAL CONCLAVE," Arms of the State of New York; beneath on a ribbon scroll : "NEW YORK," on the left a scroll Shield Ins.: " K,'- on the right : "T." Size 43x55. Gilt and Enamel. From Wor. Wm. Schroeder, M. D. Case 2. 52 Gyrene Gommandery, No. 39, K. T., Rochester, N. Y. A Maltese Cross bearing two Radiant Norman Shields, the right embordered in white enclosing a Delta with blue centre, Ins.: " No. 39 " resting on a Roman Cross surmounted by a Crown, supported by two small Maltese Crosses, with Arch above surmounted by a Casque, Ins.: " GYRENE GOMDY" in half circle, the left embordered in black enclosing white inverted Delta Ins.: "No. 12" within a circle resting on a Roman Cross sur- mounted by a Crown, with scroll above surmounted by a Casque, divid- ing Ins.: "MONROE GOMDY" and a Maltese Cross below. Beneath a red Roman Gross dividing on a, scroll, legend : " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES." Above a Casque terminating in a loop by which it is suspended from a disc bearing the Seal of the City of Rochester enclosed within a double circle, Ins.: •'* ROCHESTER • " above, "SEPT. 4, 5, 6, 1900," below. Suspended from an ornamental bar bearing a mounted Knight within a circle, the head of the Knight resting on the upper part, on ribbons extending on each side and nearly around the circle, Ins.: • '-BZth annual conclave," beneath on the left: " K." on the right: "T.'' Mounted on a purple ribbon. Size 40x49. Gilt and Enamel. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 53 Monroe Gommandery, No. 12, Rochester, N. Y. A red Roman Cross the top encircled by a Radiant Crown, above in a half circle, a. ribbon bear- ing legend : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES " and surmounted by a Casque. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Lower part bearing a Delta, on which rests a circle, Ins. above : " MON- ROE" below: " COMMAND ERY," enclosing a Shield, Ins.: "No. 12 K. T." in two lines. At the foot of the Cross in a half circle a ribbon Ins.: "Rochester N; Y."' Surmounted by a Radiant red Maltese Gross. Size 20x47. Gilt and Enamel. From C. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 54 Monroe Gommandery, No. 12, Rochester, N. Y. An ornamental Radiant Maltese Gross bearing a Shield enclosing within double lines, Ins.: "MONROE GOMMANDERY No. 12 K. T." A red Cross and Grown surrounded by Rays. Across the bottom a ribbon Ins.: " ROCHESTER, N. Y.," on the upper and lower small black Maltese Crosses, on the arms white Maltese Grosses. Suspended by a black and white ribbon from an ornamental bar surmounted by a Crown and bearing on a rib- bon, Ins.: " BINGHAMTON 1901" in a curved line, under which is a Shield bearing a Roman Gross. Size 45x45. Gilt and Enamel. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 55 Monroe Gommandery, No. 12, Rochester, N. Y. A Roman Gross, the top encircled by a Radiant Grown, the lower part bearing a Delta on which rests a circle, Ins. above : "MONROE" below: " +GOMMANDERY,+" enclosing a Shield Ins.: " No. 12 K T " incused in two lines, at the foot of the Cross a ribbon Ins.: "ROCHESTER," surmounted by a Radiant Maltese Cross, above the top, forming a half circle, a ribbon bearing legend : "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES," surmounted by a Casque. Sus- pended from an ornamental bar. Size 26x58. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. _ Case 2. 56 Geneva Gommandery, No. 29, Geneva, N. Y. An ornamental Radiant Roman Cross resting on crossed Swords, on the left arm: "No " on the right: " 29," on the lower part : "K T," bearing a Shield Ins. above : "GENEVA" on the left: "GOMMANDERY," on the right: "GEN- EVA, N. Y." On the Shield in relief a Cross and Crown and Reed. Suspended from a bar surmounted by a Casque. Size 35x50. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 57 Geneva Gommandery, No. 29, Geneva, -N. Y. A disc bearing on a sunk field, a Maltese Gross Ins.: "K. T.," on which rests a Gross and Crown supported by two Standards, the left bearing a Roman Cross, the right, a Maltese Cross; surmounted by a Casque. Ins. above: "GENEVA COMDY. 29," below: " STATIONED AT GENEVA, N. Y. ON SEN- ECA LAKE." Suspended by a black and white ribbon from an orna- mental bar bearing on the centre an Indian head framed, in scrolls be- low, Ins. on the left: "Seneca," on the right: "Chief," supported by bunches of corn leaves on the right and left. Size 35. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 58 Hudson River Commandery, No. 35, Newburgh, N. Y. An ornamental Roman Cross, the arms Ins.; "KNIGHTS TEMPLAR" incused, the foot: "H R G" in monogram, beneath "35;" bearing a Maltese Cross with legend : "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES" incused, on which rests a Radiant Gross and Crown; within a circle passing over the top and bottom and under the arms, Ins. above : "HUDSON RIVER," below : " Commandery." Suspended from an ornamental bar bearing on the centre a Delta resting on crossed swords, surmounted by Skull and Crossbones, with ribbon below, the ends resting on Keystones, Ins.: "NEWBURGH, N. Y." Size 35x48. Silvered. From R.-.W.-. Chas. H. Halstead. Case 2. 59 Norwich Commandery, No. 46. Norwich, N. Y. Ornamental Radiant Roman Cross encircled by a Crown, Ins.: "NORWICH, N. Y." On the left arm: "K," on the right : "T," on the lower part: "46" under a Skull and Crossbones, across the top a curved ribbon, Ins.: " NORWICH COMMANDERY," surmounted by a Casque. Suspended from an or- namental bar bearing on a ribbon the legend : " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES." Size 28x48. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 60 Utica Commandery, No. 3, Utica, N. Y. A Crowned Roman Cross rest- ing on crossed Swords, bearing a Banner, Ins.: " UTICA COMMAND- ERY No. 3 K T " in two lines, the first line curved, over a, mounted Knight, below: "UTICA, N. Y." Suspended from a curved bar, Ins.: "MASONIC HOME DEDICATION OCT. 5, 1892" in three lines, the first and second lines curved. Size 27x45. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 61 Ivanhoe Commandery, No. 36, New York City. A Radiant Roman Cross bearing a Norman Shield, enclosed within two lines around the edge, Ins.: "IVANHOE COMMANDERY No. 36 K. T." above, and "NEW YORK " below; two armed Knights engaged in battle. Suspended from an ornamental bar. Size 33x49. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 62 Ivanhoe Commandery, No. 36, New York City. An ornamental red Rom- an Cross bearing a Norman Shield, Ins.: "IVANHOE COMMANDERY No.36 K.T." above, extending two-thirds around the Shield, and "NEW YORK " below, the words being divided at the point of the Shield, en- closing two Knights in battle. Suspended from an ornamental bar. Size 33x48. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. Harry Roe. Case 2. 63 Salem Town Commandery, No. 16, Auburn, N. Y. Radiant Roman Cross bearing within a double circle a Norman Shield bearing Cross and COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODOE OF NEW YORK. Crown, resting on crossed swords, within the circle Ins.: "SALEIVI TOWN GOMMANIDERY" extending two-thirds around the circle, on the left arm of Cross: "K," on the right: "T," on the foot: "16," sus- pended from the arm a ribbon bearing the legend : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Suspended from an' ornamental curved bar Ins.; "AU- BURN, N. Y." Size 53x46. Bronze. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 64 Hugh De Payens Commandery, No. 30, Buffalo, N. Y. A Norman Shield bearing a red Radiant Maltese Cross, the lower part dividing " K T," above in a curved line : "HUGH DE PAYENS," below; " 30." Sus- pended from a bar representing a Buffalo. Size 30x39. Gilt. From Bro. F. B. Hannis. Case 2. 68 Hugh De Payens Commandery, No. 30, Buffalo, N. Y. A red Norman Shield with white border enclosing a white Maltese Cross, Ins.: " HUGH DE PAYENS Commandery" in two lines, the first line curved, above: " No. 30 BUFFALO, N. Y." in two lines, below, in red ornamental letters. White Satin Ribbon. Size 6Sxl90. From Bro. F, B. Hannis. Case 2. 66 Clinton Commandery, No. 14, Brooklyn, N. Y., 75th Anniversary, A Banner bearing within an oval frame a Sister attending a wounded Knight beneath a tree, on the left: "K," on the right: "T," above Ins.: "Clinton Commandery No. 14" in two lines, .below on a ribbon: "Brooklyn, N. Y." under which in smaller letters : "Instituted June 6, 1828 " in two lines, in old English text. Suspended by a black and white ribbon from an ornamental bar bearing between two lines, Ins.; "JUNE 6, 1828 JUNE 6, 1903." above which is a Delta surmounted by a curved ribbon Ins.: " 7Sth ANNIVERSARY," resting on crossed Swords, at each end a Norman Shield surmounted by a Maltese Cross, the one on the left Ins.; " K," on the right : "T." Pendant from bar, a Maltese Cross on which rests a Norman Shield bearing a Cross and Grown above Square and Compasses, enclosed by two ribbons the one above, Ins.: " No. CLINTON COMMANDERY, 14," the one below: "INST. JUNE 1828." Size 24x37. Gilt, From R.-.W.-. Chas.W. Hubbell. Case 2. 67 Lafayette Commandery, No. 7, Hudson, N. Y. A Roman Cross embor- dered in black, the upper part encircled by a Crown, resting on the lower part with top on the arms of the Cross, a circle Ins.: " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," bearing a black Delta with Ins.: "LAFAYETTE COMMANDERY HUDSON N. Y." enclosing a Skull and Crossbones. on the foot of the Gross " 7." Suspended from a plain bar. Size 29x44. Gilt. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 68 Columbian Commandery, No. 1, New York City. A Maltese Cross bear- ing: a Roman Gross on which rests an ellipse bearing a figure of Colum- bia, in her right hand a staff on which is a Phrygian Cap, her left sup- porting a Shield, surmounted by a curved ribbon above which is a Shield.Ins.. "COLUMBIAN," on the arms of the Cross : "COMMAND- ERY No. 1 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR N. Y." Suspended from a bar bear- ing a Shield Ins.: "PATRIA ET ORDO 1810 " in five lines. Size 25x48. Bronze. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. 69 Central City Commandery, No. 25, Syracuse, N. Y. A Roman Cross surmounted, by a Crown, bearing a Shield resting on a. Maltese Cross surmounted by a double Cross, within a circle Ins.: " I H S CENTRAL CITY SYRACUSE N. Y.," below within a Shield "25," on the left of the Shield: " KNIGHTS," on the right : "TEMPLAR." Suspended from a plain bar by a red ribbon. Size 32x50. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 70 Palestine Commandery, No. 18, New York City. A Radiant Roman Cross resting on crossed Swords and a Maltese Cross, bearing in the centre a Cross and Crown, the arms Ins.: "K T," the lower part: "18," a circle extending under the arms and over the upper and lower parts, Ins. above: " PALESTINE," below: "NEW YORK. Suspended from a bar Ins.: " BOSTON 1895," the word dividing the date. Size 37x48. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 1\ Cortland Commandery, No. 50, Cortland, N. Y. A Maltese Cross, on the left arm: "K," on the right: " T," above: "No. SO," below in two lines incused: "CORTLAND N. Y.," bearing a Crowned Roman Cross on which rests a Skull and Crossbones, resting on crossed Swords, enclosed in a Delta the apex under the upper part of the Cross, bearing the legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," above on a ribbon surmounted by a Casque, Ins.: "CORTLAND COM'DY " incused. Suspended from an ornamental bar Ins.: "ORGANIZED 1870" in two lines, the first line curved. Size 25x52. Gilt. From G. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 72 Morton Commandery, No. 4, New York City. A Radiant red Roman Cross bearing on the centre monogram "IHS" the arms Ins.. "NEW YORK," on the lower part a black Norman Shield bearing a red Mal- tese Gross, Ins.: "I N RI," on the upper part a ribbon, the ends passing under the arms of the Gross, Ins. above: "MORTON COMMANDERY," below on the left : "No. 4," on the right: " K. T." Suspended from an ornamental bar bearing a Shield, in the centre Ins.: "KT" over a Maltese Cross surmounted by a Crown. Size 28x43. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. Ghas. Miller. Case 2. OOLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES. GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. ?3 Morton Gommandery, No. 4, New York City. Duplicate of No. 72. Bronze. From Bro. Chas. Miller. Case 2. 74 Watertown Gommandery, No. 11, Watertown, N. Y. A Maltese Gross resting on crossed Swords, the left arm Ins.: "WATERTOWN," the right; "GOMMANDERY," the upper part "No. 11," the lower: "KT," bearing a Delta on which rests a Banner bearing a Roman Cross sur- mounted by legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINGES." Suspended from a plain bar. Size 31x31. Gilt From R.-.W.'. John S. Coon. Case 2. 75 St. Anthony Gommandery, No. 8, Troy, N. Y. Ornamental Roman Gross, on the left arm: " K," on the right: " T," on the upper part in mono- gram: " I H S," on the lower part : "8" surmounted by a Grown, bear- ing a Maltese Gross with legend : " IN HOG SIGNO VINGES," on which rests a circle, Ins. above : "ST ANTHONY GOMMANDERY," below: "TROY, N. Y.," enclosing a Radiant Delta bearing a Skull and Crossbones. Suspended from a plain bar. Size 35x43. Gilt. From G. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 76 De Molay Gommandery, No. 22, Hornellsville, N. Y. An ornamental Roman Gross, the arms Ins.: " K. T.," the top bearing a Delta, the foot a Norman Shield Ins.: "22" with "Y" above crossed by " Z," sur- mounted by ^ Casque and bearing on crossed Swords a Norman Shield on which is a Maltese Gross the arms bearing legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES," on the centre within a circle: " COM," above : " DE MOL- AY." below: "HORNELLSVILLE." Suspended from an ornamental bar, Ins.: " TUO DA GLORIUM." Size 25x45. Gilt. From G. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 77 Portland Gommandery, No. 2, Portland, Me. A Roman Cross on which is a Seal composed of a. Shield bearing a, Pine Tree, supported by a Farmer on the left and a Sailor on the right, surmounted by a scroll Ins.: "IRIGO," below a ribbon, Ins.: " MAINE," on the top a ribbonlns.: "PORTLAND COMDY, K. T.," across the foot, a ribbon Ins.: " PORT- LAND MAINE," above which is " 2," supported by three Pine Cones on each side. Suspended from a Delta Ins.: " 28th TRIENNIAL CON- CLAVE LOUISVILLE KY. AUGUST 27-30 1901," resting on crossed Swords, enclosing a Radiant triple Cross. Size 35x52. Gilt. From G. .G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 78 Toledo Gommandery, No. 7, Toledo, Ohio. A Radiant Malt° Cross, on the upper part in relief a Gross and Grown, on the lower, Ins.: "TO- LEDO 0," on the left arm : "K," on the right: "T," bearing a smaller GOLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Maltese Cross oh the lower part, Ins.: "No. 7," across the centre a rib- bon Ins.: "TOLEDO COMDY " in a curved line resting on a circle. Suspended from a bar bearing a small Maltese Cross on each end sur- mounted by a Crown. Size 45x46. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 79 Hospitaler Gommandery, No. 3 1 , Jacksonville, 111. A Maltese Gross, Ins. on ribbons, above: " HOSPITALER," below: "COMDY No. 31," on the left: "JACKSONVILLE," on the right: "ILLINOIS," in the centre, or- namental double circle, Ins. above: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES" below: "~ K. T. ~'' enclosing a Radiant Cross and Grown resting upon crossed Swords. Size 34x34. Bronze. Case 2. 80 Grand Gommandery of Connecticut, 1886. A Roman Cross bearing a Norman Shield Ins. on the left: "SUSTINET," above: "QUI," on the left: " TRANSTULIT," enclosing quartering of three sprays of leaves, two above, one below, surmounted by a Casque; resting on crossed Swords enclosed by branches. Ins. above: "Connecticut GRAND Gommandery" in three lines, the third line curved; below: "ST. LOUIS 1886"in two lines. Black Ribbon. Size 60x183. Case 2. 81 St. Elmo Gommandery, No. 9. Meriden, Gt. Awhite ribbon bearing within a circle a Castle by the Sea, with a curved ribbon below, Ins.: " CAS- TLE OF ST. ELMO." Ins. above: "ST. ELMO GOMMANDERY," be- neath which on a ribbon: "No. 9," and "K T" separated by a double red Gross. Below: " MERIDEN, CONN." Size 89x80. Case 2. 82 Clark Gommandery, No. 7, Waterbury, Gt. An orange ribbon bearing Bust of Frater Clark fa/cing half left, above, a staff with draped ribbon surmounted by Radiant Cross and Grown: below, Ins.: "Clark Gom- mandery No. 7, K. T. WATERBURY, CONN." in three lines, the first line in old English. Size 66x200. Case 2. 83 Washington Gommandery, No. 1, Hartford, Gt., Centennial. Maltese Cross bearing a raised disc embordered by a double circle, Ins. above: "WASHINGTON," below: "GOMMANDERY No. 1, K. T." enclosing a bronze Bust of Washington facing left, in relief: on the upper part of Cross on a curved ribbon, legend : "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," on the lower part, Ins.: "HARTFORD Conn.," on the left above a Standard bearing a red Cross: "A. 0. 678 " in two lines, on the right above a Standard bearing a red Gross : "A. D. 1 796 " in two lines. Suspended by a black and white ribbon from an ornamental gilt and enamel bar bearing on a curved ribbon, legend: " QUI TRANSTULIT SUSTINET " Size 41x41. Gilt. From Bro. R. P. Martin. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQOITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 84 Beausant Commandery, Maiden, Mass. Maltese Cross, Ins. above: " OUR GUESTS," below: " Bass Point, Nahant," on the left : "PILGRIM- AGE," on the right: " AUG. 28th 1895.," bearing a Delta, Ins. on the three sides: " ST. JOHN, ME. * PALESTINE, N. Y. * BEAUSANT, MS. •!<" enclosing Ins.: •'26th TRIENNIAL BOSTON" in three lines, the second line curved; resting on a circle Ins. above, extending two- thirds around: "THE GOODLIEST FELLOWSHIP OF," below: "FAMOUS KNIGHTS." Suspended from a curved bar Ins.: "BEAU- SANT Commandery K. T. Maiden, Mass. 1886." in five lines, the first, second and fourth lines curved. Size 47x47. Bronze. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. 85 St. Andrew Commandery, trial piece. A Delta Ins. between lines on ths sides: "• COMMANDERY* OF SAINT • ANDREW." Size S0x30. Silver. Case 2. 86 Boston Commandery, Boston, Mass. A Banneret bearing in gilt, a Roman Cross on which rests a Maltese Cross with legend : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," bearing a Crown, enclosed within a white beaded circle, above on a gilt bar (printed,) Ins.: " Boston Commandery K. T." in two lines; below: "DENVER PILGRIMAGE 1892 " in two lines. Sus- pended by chains from a pin. Size 37x68. Celluloid. Case 2. 87 De Molay Commandery, Boston, Mass. Oval shaped, bearing a Norman Shield surmounted by a Casque, supported by Standards on the right and left bearing a smaller Shield emblazoned with a Lion rampant, sup- ported by a large Maltese Cross in the upper left corner, a small Mal- tese Cross in the upper right, and a Roman Cross in the lower left, resting on two Roman Crosses, one inverted, across the lower part a scroll bearing legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." On the upper part of oval, Ins.: " 26th TRIENNIAL," on the lower part: " + BOS- TON, 1895. + " Suspended from a bar, the lower part curved, Ins.: "... DE MOLAY, ... COMMANDERY K. T. BOSTON" in three lines, laist line curved. Size 57x50. Oxidized. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. 88 Berkshire Commandery, No. 22, Pittsfleld, Mass. A Radiant ornamental Roman Cross bearing a scroll Ins.: "PITTSFIELD MASS." in two lines, the upper line curved, on the upper part: "No. 22," on the lower part a Maltese Cross, surmounted by " K T " in two lines. On the left, Ins.: "TRIENNIAL" on the right: "CONCLAVE," bearing a circle partly over and partly under the arms, Ins.: "BERKSHIRE COM- MANDERY." Suspended from a curved bar, Ins.: "PITTSBURGH - PA.," the letters conforming to the shape of bar, surmounted by a pig, Ins.; "Berkshire," below within a half wreath: " 1898." Size 36x51. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. C. B. Wilkinson. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 89 Hugh De Payens Commandery, No. 1, Jersey City, N. J. Ornamental Crowned and Radiant Roman Cross surmounted by a Casque and rest- ing on crossed Swords, the arms Ins.: " K T,' on the lower part a Rad- iant Delta enclosing- "1," above : "N. J.," bearing a circle Ins. above: "HUGH DE PAYENS," below: "COMMANDERY," enclosing a Mal- tese Cross with legend : " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES," incused, on which rests a Skull and Crossbones. Suspended from an ornamental bar. Size 32x55. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 90 Jersey Commandery, No. 19, East Orange, N. J. A Radiant ornamental Roman Cross resting on crossed Swords, on the left arm : "K," on the right: " T," on the lower part a Delta enclosing a Maltese Cross sur- mounted by: "19," bearing a double circle Ins. above: "JERSEY COMMANDERY," below: "East Orange N. J." Suspended from an ornamental curved bar surmounted by a Crown. Size 38x53. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 9 1 Knights Templar. Within a. double circle embordered by branches with stems joined by a ribbon below, Ins. above : "HUDSON COUNTY," below: "New Jersey," a white Celluloid disc bearing a red Cross and Crown within a gilt circle. Attached by two chains to a clasp sur- mounted by an Eagle with Rays behind, Ins.: " Sept. 1 1, 1901." Sus- pended by a black and white ribbon from an ornamental bar with white Celluloid centre, Ins.: "Souvenir." Size 36x38. Oxidized. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 92 50th Annual Conclave Grand Commandery of Pennsylvania. Ornamental Maltese Cross with wreath passing over and under the arms, enclosing on the Obv.: Front and Side view of Masonic Temple, Ins. above : " MASONIC TEMPLE," below: " PHILA." Rev. : Maltese Cross bear- ing a Norman Shield quartered, resting on a Sword and Crozier, sur- mounted by a Crown, legend above : " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," be- low: "K. T." Suspended by a black and white ribbon, Ins.: "50th ANNUAL CONCLAVE K. T. MAY 25-2/ 1903" in five lines, from an ornamental bar having on the centre a Shield bearing Independence Hall, surmounted by a banner bearing the Liberty Bell supported by Standards on the right and left ; below on a ribbon, Ins.: " E PLURI- BUS UNUM." Size 39x39. Gilt. Case 2. 93 Mary Commandery, No. 36, Philadelphia, Pa. A white four-leaved Clover, Ins. on the leaves: "MARY No. 36," above, " K. T. PA.'' below. ■ Size 18x18. Gilt and Enamel. From Wm. Horstman Co. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 94 Ivanhoe Gommandery, No. S 1 , MaJ:ioney City, Pa. A cut out ornamental Shield enclosing' a mounted Knight with vizor closed, in his right hand a spear with pennant, on his left arm a Shield bearing a felled tree under the legend: " DESDISCHADO," on the corner of the saddle- cloth, a Radiant Roman Gross, the spear and left fore, and the hind feet, and left fore leg resting on the cut out Shield, surmounted by "31." Suspended from a Cross ahd Grown, the band of the Grown Ins.: "IVANHOE GOMMANDERY" in two lines. Size 46x60. Bronze. Case 2. 95 Duplicate of No. 94. Gilt. Case 2. 96 St. John's Gommandery, No. 4, Philadelphia, Pa. A white ornamental Maltese Cross with gilt border, bearing on a gilt disc an American Eagle with arrows and olive branch in its talons, Ins. above: "PLURI- BUS." Suspended by a black ribbon from an ornamental bar Ins.; " ST. JOHN'S No. 4, GOMMANDERY K. T. PHILADELPHIA." Size 42. Gilt and Enamel. From Wm. Horstman Co. Case 2. 97 Duplicate of No. 96, without bar. Suspended by a black and white ribbon. Size 42. Gilt and Enamel. From C. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 98 St. John's Gommandery, No. 4, Philadelphia, Pa. Bronze Maltese Cross with gilt centre within a beaded circle, bearing on Obv.: Radiant Cross and Crown. Rev.: Maltese Cross surmounted by a Grown, resting on a Sword and Grozier crossed, bearing a Norman Shield quartered, legend above: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," below: "K.T." Suspended by a black and white ribbon Ins.: "ST. JOHN'S 4 PHILADA. HARRIS- BURGH 1898." in five lines, from a small American Flag, draped. Size 30x30. Bronze and Gilt. From Wm. Horstman Go. Case 2. 99 Knapp Gommandery, No. 40, Ridgeway, Pa. Within a wreath surmounted by a spread Eagle, a Gross and Grown, on the left : " K." on the right : "T.," Ins. above: "KNAPP GOMMANDERY No. 40," below: "RIDGE- WAY, PA." Suspended by chains from an ornamental bar, Ins.: "LOUISVILLE, 01." Size 32x39. Gilt. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 100 St. Alban Gommandery, No. 47, Philadelphia, Pa. A Norman Shield Ins. above: " ST. ALBAN No. 47," in two lines the first one curved, on the right: " GOMMANDERY," on the left : "* PHILADELPHIA.," bearing a Maltese Gross, Ins. .above : "CENTENNIAL" in a curved line, below: " 1876." Size 39x51. Bronze. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OP NEW YOPK. 101 St. Alban Gommandery, No. 47, Philadelphia, Pa. A Banner bearing a Knight between two Palm Trees, on the left: " 47'," on the right: " K. T.," above Ins.: "St. Alban" in a curved line, below: "Gommandery PHILADELPHIA PA." in three lines, the first line in old English text and curved. Suspended from a bar with curve extending half way across the top Ins.: "1889 WASHINGTON, D G" in two lines, the first line curved. Size 38x54. Bronze. Case 2. 102 Philadelphia Gommandery, No. 2, Philadelphia, Pa. An ornamental Greek Cross, the upper part Ins.: " P G " in monogram, the lower part: "2," the left arm: "K," the right: "T," bearing a Maltese Gross with legend: " IN HOG SIGNO VINGES," on the arms, having a double circle in centre, Ins.: " PHILADELPHIA GOMMANDERY," enclosing a Cross and Grown. Size 44x44. Bronze. Case 2. 103 Philadelphia Gommandery, No. 2, Philadelphia, Pa. A Liberty Bell, the top encircled by a Grown in which is a Roman Gross, Ins. following the curves of the bell, on the left: "PHILADELPHIA," on the right: " GOMMANDERY No. 2," across the bell : "IN HOG II SIGNO VIN- GES II 1776 II GENTENNIAL II 1876 II KNIGHTS TEMPLAR" in six lines. Suspended from gilt " 2." Size 50x51. Bronze. Case 2. 104 Duplicate of No. 103, with Bell suspended by gilt "2 " from an ornamen- tal gilt bar, Ins.: " SGRANTON, PA. 1902." Size 50x51. Oxidized. Case 2. 105 Rebecca Gommandery, No. 50, Scranton, Pa. A Radiant Roman Cross bearing a double lined oval, Ins. above: "REBECCA GOMMANDERY No. 50," below: " * K. T. "i"," enclosing two mounted Knights in com- bat. Suspended from an ornamental bar Ins.: " WORTH GOMMAND- ERY No. 19," in two lines. Size 32x45. Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Go. Case 2. 106 Pilgrim Gommandery, No. 11, Harrisburg, Pa. A Maltese Cross sur- mounted by a Cross and Crown, bearing on an oval a Pilgrim with a staff in his right hand, Ins. above: " PILGRIM," below: " GOmDY Nq. 1 1," on the left : " KNIGHTS TEMPLAR," on the right : " Harrisburg Pa." in curved lines. Suspended from a bar with Shield in centre bear- ing monogram "P G" above Ins.: "CONSTITUTED DEC. 28th 1855," in three lines, the first line curved. Size 34x42. Oxidized. Case 2. 107 Tancred Gommandery, No. 48, Pittsburg, Pa. A white Keystone with gilt border bearing a, red Roman Cross and Crown surmounted by a ribbon bearing legend : "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES," Ins. above in two COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. curved lines: "TANCRED GOMMANDERY No. 48 K. T.," the lines separated by a Cross and Grown, below: "PITTSBURG PA." the whole in six lines. Suspended by a black bar surmounted by a sun- burst Ins.: "Tancred," over a ribbon Ins.: "IDenver, Col; August, 1892," in four lines. Size 38x40. Gilt and Enamel. From Wor. S. G. Milbourne. Gase 2. 108 Tancred Gommandery, No. 48, Pittsburg, Pa. A black and white striped Pennant, Ins.: "Tancred Gommandery K. 48 T. Pittsburg" in three curved lines, with a gilt border and white field bearing a Radiant red Roman Gross with legend above: "IN HOG SIGNO VINGES," on a staff surmounted by a Grown. Size 22x48. Gilt and Enamel. From Wor. S. G. Milbourne. Gase 2. 109 St. Elmo Gommandery, No. 15, Memphis, Tenn. A red ribbon bearing figure of a man carrying a Gross, Ins. above : " ST. ELMO GOMMAND- ERY," beneath which on an oval : "No. IS." Below: "KNIGHTS TEMPLAR MEMPHIS, TENN. DENVER, COL. 1892" in four lines, the first oh a ribbon scroll. Ornamented on top by gilt braid, on the bottom by gilt fringe. Size 58x205. Gase 2. This is evidently a Ladies' Badge, on the bottom appears the name of "Mrs. B. F. Haller." 110 Maryland Gommandery, No. 1, Maryland. An inverted Delta, in the left corner: "1790," in the right: " 1871," bearing a circle Ins. above: "MARYLAND," below: " GOMMANDERY," No. 1," enclosing a gilt Roman Cross, the top and arms resting on the circle, the lower part passing through arid under. Above two Deltas joined by their apexes, forming a loop. Size 57x50. Silver. Gase 2. 111 Durham Gommandery, No. 3, Durham, N. C. A black and white ribbon with American Flags draped in centre at top, bearing an ornamental Gross resting on crossed Swords, the lower part encircled by a Crown, under which is a ribbon bearing legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES." Imposed on the Gross within a double circle, Ins. above: "KNIGHTS," below; "TEMPLAR," a Radiant Gross and Crown, at the top, bottom right and left, small Maltese Grosses, Ins. above: "DURHAM Gom- mand'y. No. 3, Durham, N. G." in three lines. Below: "TWENTY SEVENTH TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE K. T. PITTSBURG, PA. OCT- OBER 10-15, 1898." in five lines. Size 50x150 From Bro. James Southgate. Case 2. 112 Columbian Gommandery, No, 2, Washington, D. C. A Radiant Roman Cross bearing a figure of Liberty, in her right hand a spear, and holding COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. a Shield with her left. Passing over the arms and under the upper and lower parts of the Gross, a circle enclosing- Rays and Ins.: "COLUM- BIAN COMMANDERY No. 2, K. T. WASHINGTON, D. C." Sus- pended from a bar with curved top, Ins.: "LOUISVILLE KY AUG. 1901 28. TRIENNIAL CONCLAVE" in three lines, the first and third on ribbons, curved, a horse dividing the month and date in the second line. Size 56x49. Bronze. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. lis Northern Commandery, No. 16, Washington, D. G. A Shield with band across, Ins.: " NORTHERN," surmounted by a Gloria. Below in quar- tering, on the left, Square and Compasses, on the right, Maltese Gross, resting on an ornamental Roman Cross, bearing on the top "16." at the foot "185?." Size 12x32. Bronze. Case 2. 1 14 Grand Commandery of Georgia. A Maltese Cross, the arms Ins.: " 28th TRIENNIAL LOUISVILLE 1901," bearing within a double circle Ins. above: "GRAND COMMANDERY," below: "GEORGIA," a Cross and Crown. Size 29x29. Bronze. From Wor. S. C. Milbourne. Case 2. 115 South Carolina Commandery, No. 1, South Cfarolina. An ornamental Maltese Cross, on the left arm "K," on the right "T." on the upper part, a Casque, the visor extending above the Cross, resting on the cen- tre of a Norman Shield quartered, bearing a Cross and Crown, above, a. scroll Ins.: "CHARLESTON," below, a ribbon, Ins.: "1780 - 1901.- Suspended from an ornamental bar bearing in an oval a Palm Tree, above on a curved ribbon, Ins.: "SO. CAROLINA COMDY. No. 1, K. T." Size 30x30. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2 116 Eureka Commandery, No. 1, Detroit, Mich. A Maltese Cross, on the three upper arms legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," with Skull and Crossbones below, bearing within a dotted circle, a Gross and Crown, with Ins. above: "EUREKA COMMANDERY," below: "No. 1, K. T." Suspended by chains from a bar forming the arc of a circle, Ins.: " DETROIT." Size 37x37. Gilt. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 117 Grand Commandery of Texas. A Roman Cross, Ins. on the left: "K," on the right: "T," below: "1901," bearing a disc Ins. above: "GRAND COMMANDERY OF TEXAS," below: " • Stoddart •," enclosing Bust of Grand Commander Stoddart, facing. Suspended by a black and white ribbon from a plain bar. Size 41x46. Gilt. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LCDGB OP NEW YORK. 118 Worth Commandery, No. 19, Texas. A Maltese Gross, on the arms the legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINGES," bearing a five-pointed Star on which in relief is a Skull and Grossbones, in the angles of the Star Ins.: "TEXAS," Suspended from an ornamental bar Ins.: "Worth Commandery No. 19 " in two lines, the first line curved. Size 52x32. Oxidized. From G. G. Braxmar Go. Gase 2. 119 .Texas Gommandery, Texas. A five-pointed Star bearing Gross and Grown, the points beginning at the top, Ins.: "TEXAS." Sus- pended by a black and white ribbon from a bar, Ins.: "TEXAS." Size 32. Oxidized. From Whitehead & Hoag Go. Gase 2. 120 IVIount Galvary Gommandery, No. 1, Omaha, Neb. A. disc, Ins. above: ' "MOUNT GALVARY GOMMANDERY," below: "• Omaha, •" en- closing a Gross and Grown, on the left: " K," on the right: " T," above: "No. 1." Rev.: a wreath. Suspended by chains from an ornamental bar, Ins.: "LOUISVILLE, 01." Size 32. Gilt. From Whitehead & Hoag Go. Gase 2. 121 Ottawa Preceptory, No. 32, Ottawa, Canada. A white Shield bearing within a double elliptical black band. Ins.: "OTTAWA PRECEPTORY OF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR No. 52," a Casque resting on crossed Swords, with red Radiant Roman Gross above crossed by a ribbon scroll with legend: " IN HOG SIGNO VINGES," Ins. on the left : "BE THOU FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH," on the right: "AND I WILL GIVE THEE A GROWN OF LIFE," below: "APRIL 1893" in two lines. At the top of Shield on the right and 'left, a red Roman Cross, at the. bottom, Ins.: " AUG. 20, 21, 1902" in two lines. Size 27x43. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. D. G. Garley. Case 2. 122 Gondemar Preceptory, No. 16, Brockville, Ont. Obv.: within a black band, Ins. above : "GONDEMAR PRECEPTORY," below : " No. 16," a white Shield bearing a red Roman Gross, surmounted by a Casque, the head piece dividing inscription above, the point of Shield that below.. Rev.: Ins.: "GRAND PRIORY SARNIA AUG. 1903" in three lines. the first line curved. Size 29. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. D. C. Garley. Case 2. 123 Sussex Preceptory, No. 9. Sherbrooke, Quebec. A disc, Obv.: within a black band. Ins. above: "SUSSEX PRECEPTORY," below: "SHER- BROOK, P. 0..," on a gold field, a white heraldic Shield quartered; on the upper left, a red Maltese Cross, on the right, a' Radiant red circle bearing Paschal Lamb, on the lower left, a six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas, enclosing a Tau, on the right, a white Greek Gross on a red COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND HJi3GE OP NEW YORK. field lettered above: "F E," below: "R T," the letters separated by the arms of the Cross; surmounted by a Casque, the head piece dividing inscription above. On the left of Shield : " No.," on the right: " 9." Reverse: Ins.: "SARNIA & LONDON AUGUST 11-12 1905 "in five lines, the first line curved. Size 33. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. D. C. Carley. Case 2. 1 24 Richard Coeur De Lion Preceptory, No. 6, Montreal, Ont. A disc, Obv. : within a black band, Ins. above: "RICHARD COUER DE LION," be- low : " MONTREAL No. 7," on a white field, a heraldic Shield; in the quartering on the upper left, a red Greek Cross on a white field, on the lower, a. white Maltese Cross on a black field, on the right: three Lions couchant, on a red field ; surmounted by a Casque, the head piece div- iding inscription above. Reverse: Ins.: "SARNIA AUG. 1903" in two lines, the first line curved. Size 29. Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. D. C. Carley. Case 2. 125 Ivanhoe Preceptory, No. 36. Moncton, N. B. An ornamental Radiant Roman Cross, bearing within double oval lines, Ins. above: "^ IVAN- HOE PRECEPTORY No. 36 *," below: "S. G. PRIORY OF CAN- ADA," the lines separated by small Maltese Crosses. Suspended from an ornamental bar Ins.: "MONCTON, N. B." Size 33x42". Oxidized. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 126 Supreme Council, N. M. J., 1894. A Tau, the arms Ins.: "A. A. S. R." bearing a circle Ins. above: " SUPREME COUNCIL," below: "N.-. M.'. J.'." enclosing a double headed Eagle on a staff ; surmounted by a Crown. Suspended from a bar Ins.: "BOSTON 1894," surmounted by a Delta enclosing " 33." Size 36x49. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 127 Jersey City Consistory. Ornamental Compasses surmounted by a Crown, the points resting on a Quadrant, Ins.: " INRI," enclosing a Pelican feed- ing her young from her breast, surmounted by a red Radiant Roman Cross. Suspended from a bar representing an Eagle with Rays be- neath, standing on a ribbon Ins.: "JERSEY CITY." Size 38x52. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. Elmer Smith. .Case 2. 128 Ohio Sovereign Consistory. A disc Ins. within a double circle, above: "OHIO SOV.-.," below: "CONSISTORY," enclosing a double headed Eagle. Suspended from a Delta bearing Hebrew characters. Size 22. Oxidized and Gilt. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 129 32o. A Tau bearing- a double headed Eagle surmounted by a Delta en- closing "32," Ins. above: "A. A. S.," below; "RITE." Suspended by a red'ribbon from a bar Ins.: "RICHMOND." Size 32x32. Gilt. From Wliitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 150 20th Annual Reunion, Dayton, 0., 1900. Rays forming a twelve-pointed Star, bearing a raised circle Ins. above: "VALLEY OF DAYTON 0.," below: "NOV. 15-16, 1900," enclosing three Shields forming a tri- angle, the upper one bearing Radiant Compasses and Quadrant, points of Compasses beneath, surmounted by a Crown, enclosing an inverted Delta; the lower left, a diamond-resting on crossed Swords, surmount- ed by a Grown, enclosing a hand holding Scales and Sword of Justice ; the right, Radiant Compasses and Quadrant, surmounted by a Grown, enclosing a Pelican feeding her young, with Roman Cross above. Sus- pended from an ornamental bar bearing on a»Shield in the centre, mon- ogram " A & A;" surrounded by curved ribbons, the upper Ins.: " 20th ANNUAL REUNION," the lower: "SCOTTISH RITE OF FREE- MASONRY." Size 48. Gilt. ' From G. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 131 Oriental Consistory, Chicago, 111. A Roman Cross Ins. on arms: "I. N. R. I.," bearing a Rose with stem bound to Cross by a ribbon Ins.: "Valley of Chicago." Size 52x83. Celluloid. From R.-.W.-. Gil W. Barnard. Case 2. 132 Oriental Consistory, Chicago, 111. Visitor's Badge. White oblong bearing emblem of 32°, Ins. above: "VISITOR," below: "VALLEY OF CHI- CAGO " in three lines. Attached to and suspended by a purple ribbon from an ornamental bar Ins.: "ORIENTAL CONSISTORY" in two lines. I Size 50x9?. Celluloid. From R.-.W.-. Gil W. Barnard. Case 2. 133 Royal Masonic Institution for Girls. Quatre foil with blue enameled bor- der, formed by four half circles joined at the axis of their diameter, Ins. above: "ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS," below: "1886," enclosing a Shield, the upper part green, bearing flags with staves crossed, the Union Jaclc on the right, the one on the left bearing a Harp surmounted by a Crown. The lower part white, bearing a Lion rampant, in his left fore paw a sceptre, his right hind paw resting on a crescent, with crescents at the right and left of the upper part forming an inverted Delta, on the sides of the Shield Roses between clusters of leaves. Size 41. Silver, Gilt and Enamel. From Bro. Chas. Phillips. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 134 Masonic Guild Fair, Brooklyn, N. Y. A white disc bearing a camel with young woman rider holding a staff with pennant in her right hand, in the horizon a Star and Crescent, in the background. Palm Trees and Pyra- mids. Suspendedby a green ribbon, Ins.: "MASONIC GUILD FAIR APRIL 13-2S 1903" in four lines, from a gilt bar with white centre Ins.: 'Shrine." Size 44. Celluloid. From Wor. William Schroeder, M. D. Case 2. 135 22d Annual Session of Imperial Council. A Temple formed of Egyptian Columns, with tiled floor, in the background Radiant Star and Crescent, the first Column on the left Ins.: "A A O," on the right: '"N M S," resting on Tiger's Claws separated at top by a. Keystone bearing a Sphinx. Suspended by chains to a clasp and yellow ribbon Ins.: "IM- PERIAL COUNCIL FOR NORTH AMERICA REPRESENTATIVE 22nd annual SESSION CLEVELAND OHIO. JUNE 23 AND 24, 1896 " in nine lines, first and fourth curved, from an ornamental bar Ins.: "A-A-O-N-M SHRINE." Size 47^49. Oxidized. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. ' Case 2. 136 Kismet Temple, Brooklyn, N. Y. Rays forming an inverted five-pointed Star interlaced by a Crescent below; bearing within a. double circle, Ins. above : -'KISMET TEMPLE A-A-0-N-M-S-," below : " * Brooklyn, N. Y. * ;" a Sphinx and three Pyramids. Suspended from a bar Ins.: ' IMPERIAL COUNCIL A-A-0-N-M-S- NI- AGARA FALLS JUNE 9, 1891." Size 42. Aluminum. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 13? Kismet-Mecca Temples. An oblong bearing a Sphinx recumbent. Sus- pended from a bar Ins.: " KISMET MECCA A. A. 0. N. M. S." in three lines, on the left : " May 29," on the right : "1891." Size 39x26. Aluminum. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 138 Twenty-third Annual Session Imperial Council. A disc bearing within a double circle Ins.: "-^ ANCIENT ARABIC ORDER — IMPERIAL COUNCIL — NOBLES MYSTIC SHRINE — ," front and side view of • Masonic Temple at Detroit, Mich., with Ins. above: " MOSLEM." Sus- pended by a clasp, and red ribbon Ins.: " IMPERIAL COUNCIL FOR NORTH AMERICA REPRESENTATIVE 23d ANNUAL SESSION DETROIT, MICH. JUNE 8th AND 9th 1897" in nine lines, the first fourth lines curved, from an ornamental bar Ins.: "A-A-0-N-M- SHRINE." Size 50. Bronze. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 139 Twenty-fourth Annual Session Imperial Council Mystic Shrine. A disc bearing within a double circls Ins.; "^ ANCIENT ARABIC ORDER - IMPERIAL COUNCIL— NOBLES MYSTIC SHRINE - ," a steer's head resting on a five-pointed Star, the points Ins.: " E H L A L," surmounted by a wreath. Suspended by a clasp, and red ribbon Ins.: "IMPERIAL COUNCIL FOR NORTH AMERICA REPRESENT- ATIVE 24th ANNUAL SESSION DALLAS, TEXAS JUNE 14th AND 15th 1898" in nine lines, from an bar Ins.: "A-A-O-N-M- SHRINE." Size 50. Oxidized. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 140 26th Annual Session Imperial Council Mystic Shrine. A disc bearing within a double circle Ins. as No. 139, on a gilt centre the Capi- tol at Washington. Suspended by a clasp and blue ribbon Ins.: "IM- PERIAL COUNCIL FOR NORTH AMERICA REPRESENTATIVE 26th annual SESSION WASHINGTON, D. C. MAY 22d AND 23d 1900 " in nine lines, the first and fourth curved, from an orna- mental bar bearing a Star and Crescent in the centre, with ribbon above Ins.: "A. A. N. M. SHRINE." Size 50. Oxidized and Gilt. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 141 Twenty-seventh Annual Session Imperial Council. An ornamental disc bearing a Pyramid, Ins. on the left : " ARARAT TEMPLE A A N M S," in two lines on the front, Scimeter, Tiger's Claws, and Star, sur- rounded by scroll work within beaded circle, Ins. above: "27th AN- NUAL SESSION IMPERIAL COUNCIL A. A. 0. N. M. S." extending three-quarters around, below: "* JUNE 11th 1901 *■." Suspended from a Crescent, Ins.; "1901," surmounted by a Fez, and Shrine em- blem interlaced by a Scimeter, Ins.: "KANSAS CITY, MO." Size 42. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 142 Ismalia Temple, Buffalo, N. Y. A disc bearing three Crescents interlaced. surmounted by three Stars, Ins.: "A. A. 0. N. M. S." enclosed within an ornamental circle, above, extending one-third around the circle Ins.: "ISMALIA TEMPLE," below: " Buffalo N. Y." Suspended from a Crescent Ins.: "Washington, D. C." surmounted by a Buffalo head with Fez and Scimeter Ins.: "1900." Size 32. Gilt. From Bro. C. E. Markham. Case 2. 143 Ismalia Temple, Buffalo, N. Y. A white disc bearing a black Buffalo head surmounted by a red Fez, Ins. in script letters : " Ismalia " above a Scimeter and Tiger's Claws enclosing a Star, Ins. above: " PUT ME OFF AT," below in two lines: " Buffalo in 1899." Size 44. Celluloid. From Bro. C. E. Markham. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 144 Ismalia Temple, Buffalo, N. Y. Duplicate of No. 143, Ins. above: "MYS- TIC SHRINE DAY," below: "PAN-AMERICAN AUGUST 31, 1901." in two curved lines. Size 45. Celluloid. From Bro. C. E. Markham. Case 2. 145 Media Temple, Watertown, N. Y. Buffalo head surmounted by a Fez bearing Scimeter, Tiger's Claws and Star, holding in its mouth a pail, Ins.: " WATERTOWN " in two lines. Suspended from a silvered Cres- cent Ins.: "MEDIA." Size 35x78. Tin, Gilt. From R.-.W.-. John S. Coon. Case 2. 146 Media Temple, Watertown, N. Y. Tiger's Claws bearing a Sphinx, from which is suspended a five-pointed Star. Suspended from a Scimeter Ins. in ornamental letters: "Media." Size 31x28. Gilt and Celluloid. From R.-.W.-. John S. Coon. Case 2. 147 Mecca Temple. New York, N. Y. A Triad bearing a Sphinx recumbent, above : " 1 893," surmounted by a five-pointed Star, on the left : "MGH 16." on the right : " APL 5," below the Sphinx : "Mexico." Suspend- ed from a Crescent Ins.: "Mexico," surmounted by a Scimeter. Size 41x41. Oxidized. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 148 Mecca Temple, Now York, N. Y. A Crescent Ins.: " MECCA SHRINE- NIGHT" in two lines, surmounted by a Scimeter, Ins.: " WEBER & FIELDS," with five-pointed Star below, Ins.: "Feb. 3 97" in two lines Suspended from metal American Eagle. Size 43x58. Aluminum. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 1 49 Mecca Temple, New York, N. Y. Arab Patrol. A white disc, Ins. above: "ARAB PATROL," below: "WASHINGTON MAY 22, 23, & 24, 1900 " in black letters, enclosing man in Arabian garb, in colors. Sus- pended from an ornamental bar with gilt frame, Ins.: " Mecca." Size 41. Celluloid. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 150 Mecca Temple, New York, N. Y. An American Shield bearing a Delta Ins.: "WORLD'S FAIR • SEPT. 13-23, 1893 * CHICAGO •,'■ en- closing a .Sphinx recumbent. Suspended from a bar consisting of a Scim3ter and Crescent, Ins.: " MECCA." Size 41x48. Oxidized. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 151 Mecca Temple, New York, N. Y. Card Case, Obv.: Old Woman that lived in a shoe surrounded by children, each wearing a Fez, Ins. above on COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. the left: " MOTHER MECCA." Rev.: Scimeter and Crescent, Ins.: " Mecca," interlaced. Size 4S. Aluminum. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 152 Daughter of Isis. A Pyramid bearing a Sphinx. Suspended by chains from seven clasps, Ins.: -ISIS MAJNUM KADIJAH MIRIAM AYE- SHA ASIYAH FATIMAH," and a bar bearing crossed Scimeters with Crescent below Ins.: "MECCA." Size 31. Gilt. From Bro. G. W. D. Crittenton. Case 2. 153 Duplicate of No. 152, without clasps. Bronze. From Bro. G. W. D. Crittenton. Case 2. 154 Lulu Temple, Philadelphia, Pa. A disc bearing figure of a woman seated on a Crescent Ins.: " LULU TEMPLE A. A. 0. N. M. S.," on the right: "PHILADELPHIA." Suspended by chains from a clasp Ins.: "Wash- ington 1 900 " in two lines, and a red ribbon from a bar consisting of a Scimeter Ins.: "LULU" interlaced by Tiger's Claws separated by a Sphinx. Size 45. Bronzed. From Wm. Horstman Co. Case 2. 155 Medinah Temple, Chicago, Ills. A Delta bearing on the Obv.: a view of Jerusalem with Temple of Solomon in the centre. Rev.: Tiger's Claws separated by a Keystone bearing a Sphinx with Star above, Ins.: "IM- PERIAL COUNCIL N. M. S.JUNE U, 1889. ROBUR ET FUROR " in five lines, the first line curved ; on the left : " MEDINAH," on the right : " CHICAGO." Suspended from a plain bar. Size 66. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. H. G. Carter. Case 2. 156 Kora Temple, Lewiston, Me. A disc tearing Tiger's Claws separated by a Sphinx, Ins. on the left Claw: " KORA TEMPLE," on the right : " Lewiston, Me.," the letters conforming to the shape of the Claws, en- closing an Arab and Camel resting under a Palm Tree with Pyramids in the distance. Suspended from a bar formed of ears of corn below a Scimeter, Ins.: "PROVIDENCE, R. I." surmounted by a Star. Size 36. Gilt. From C. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. 157 Morocco Temple, Jacksonville, Fla. A disc bearing a Shriner on an Alli- gator facing left, with Palms on the right, and the dome of the Capitol at Washington on the left, Ins. above : "BOUND FOR WASHINGTON MOROCCO TEMPLE 1900" in three Iines,>below: "FROM THE HOT SANDS OF FLORIDA." Size 44. Celluloid. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTKE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 153 Murat Temple, Indianapolis, Ind. A horseshoe, Ins.: "ES SELAWN ALERKURM" in semi-script letters, from the centre is suspended a gilt Sphinx's head. Suspended from a Scimeter Ins.: "- Indianapolis -,'' supporting a Camel with rider, the head of the Camel and body of rider resting on the Scimeter with head above it. Size 36x40. Bronze. From Whitehead & Hoag Go. Case 2. 159 Almas Temple, Washington. D. C. A disc bearing a portrait of Washing- ton, Ins. above: "I AM FOR," below: "IN 1900 ALJVIAS TEMPLE" in two lines. Size 44. Celluloid. From Won S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 160 Moslem Temple, Detroit, Mich. A Camel on Desert with Pyramids in the distance. Cloth on hump Ins.; " MOSLEM Detroit " in two lines. Size 75x55. Aluminum. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 161 El Riad Temple, Sioux Falls, S. D. A white disc bearing a red Fez orna- mented with Scimeter and Crescent, and blue tassel, surrounded by a broad gilt band. Suspended by a red ribbon from a Scimeter bar, Ins.: " EL RIAD." Size 33. Gilt and Enamel. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 162 Murat Temple, Indianapolis, Ind. A white disc bearing a colored Scime- ter, Star and Crescent within a beaded gilt border. Suspended by a wishbone from a Scimeter Ins.: " MURAT," backed with a red ribbon. Size 33. Gilt and Enamel. From Whitehead & Hoag Co. Case 2. 163 Saladin Temple, Grand Rapids, Mich. A white disc with red, white and blue border. Stars above. Stripes below, enclosing figure of a child sit- ting on a valise, wearing a red Fez Ins.: " Saladin," above Star, Cres- cent and Scimeter, in his hands a rope. Ins. above on the left: "GRAND RAPIDS." on the right: "MICHIGAN," below: " Saladin Temple." Size 44. Celluloid. From Wor. S. R. Ellison, M. D. Case 2. 164 20th Annual Assembly of the Grand Priory of Canada. A Maltese Cross Ins. on the left : "20th" above: "ANNUAL," on the right: "ASSEM- BLY," below: "AUG. 12-12 '03," bearing within a circle a triple red Gross, on the lower left: "K," on the right: "T." Ins. above: "SOV- EREIGN GRAND PRIORY," below: "OF CANADA." Suspended from a bar, Ins.: " SARNIA," backed with a black and white ribbon. Size 36. Gilt. From Bro. D. C. Carley. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 165 Eureka Lodge, No. 243, Button. Forty-seventh Problem of Euclid, the base bearing Square and Compasses enclosing "G." Above number "243." Size 20x21. Oxidized. From R.-.W.-. H. Von Minden. Case 2. 166 50th Anniversary of Star of Bethlehem Lodge, No. 322, Brooklyn, N. Y. Obv.: Ins. above: "STAR OF BETHLEHEM LODGE No. 322, F. & A. M." in ornamental letters; below, a half wreath formed of branches with stems crossed, enclosing Rays, bearing Square and Compasses on which is superimposed a Radiant five-pointed Star bearing letter "G," the Compasses separating dates "1854, 1894;'' below the Square: "SOth ANNIVERSARY" in two lines. Irregular foliated edges. Size 30. Silver. From Star of Bethlehem Lodge, No. 322. Case 2. 167 Puritan Lodge, No. 339, Button. Obv.: standing within a three-quarter circle with beaded border, Ins.: "PURITAN □ 339 F. & A. M." a Pur- itan with head and shoulders extending above the opening at top, and a staff in his right hand. Rev.: engraved Ins.: "Presented to Grand Lodge F. & A. M. New York March 16 1904 " in five lines. Size 15x19. Gold. From Puritan Lodge, No. 339. Case 2. 168 Amity Lodge, No. 323. Souvenir of 50th Anniversary. Obv.: on a sunk field enclosed by Ins.: " * AMITY LODGE No, 323," above, and "In- stituted June 10 A, L, 5854"below, an Altar on a stone platform, on its front, Square and Compasses, above a Trowel enclosed by an open wreath; on the top, an open Book, about it, three men holding each other by the hand, the one behind the Altar clothed in a robe, the. one on the left, in a robe and a staff in his right hand, the one on the right, in a tunic and cloak. Rev.: at the top Radiant Square and Compasses en- closing " G," on the left of which is Ins.: " 50th," below: " Anniversary 1854 — 1904" in two lines; from the bottom extending in a curved line on the right, an Olive Branch. Attached to and backed by corded silk blue ribbon. Irregular foliated edge. Size 32. Silver. From R.-.W.-. John R. Pope. Case 2. 169 Badge of Drill Corps, Clinton Commandery, No. 14, K. T. A Banner, the bottom forming a Delta enclosing " 14," resting on crossed Swords, de- pending from a Battleaxe, bearing a mounted Knight armed cap-a-pie, Ins. on the left : "CLINTON:" on right: " COMDY," above: "DRILL," below: " CORPS," supported on the left and right by " K T " in large letters. Size 43x54. Bronze. From R.-.W.'. Claudius F. Beatty. Case 2. 170 Souvenir Badge of Centennial of Albion Lodge, No. 26, New York City. Obv.: Britannia on left and Columbia on right with hands extended, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. supporting a five-pointed Star enclosing letter "G." At the feet of Britannia, Lion, of Columbia, Eagle, with branches of Roses and This- tles on ground between them, in the background ships sailing on the - sea. Ins. above: " 1804," below: " CONSTITUTED 1804 ALBION LODGE 26 F. & A. M. 1904 " in four lines, the second line on a curved ribbon scroll. Rev.: incused Ins.: "CENTENNIAL SOUVENIR MARCH 28, 1904." in two linps, the first in a double curve. Suspend- ed from a blue ribbon. Round with irregular foliated edge. Size 32. Gilt. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 2. Design taken from the Seal of the Lodge made in London at the or- ganization of Albion Lodge. 171 Badge of Pittsburgh Commandery, No. 1, K. T., Pittsburgh, Pa. 27th Triennial Conclave. A Banner, cut out, surmounted by a Casque, rest- ing against two Swords with points against hilts ; bearing on a ribbon scroll across centre, incused Ins.: "PITTSBURGH, PA," with Roman Cross and Crown above, and "1898" below. Backed by black and white ribbon joined diagonally across. Size 27x46. Rolled Gold. Case 2. 172 Badge 27th Triennial Conclave, Grand Encampment, K. T., Pittsburgh, Pa., 1898. A gilt disc with gilt edged white border, Ins. above; " TRI- ENNIAL CONCLAVE," below: "KNIGHTS TEMPLAR;" bearing blue Patriarchal Cross, the arms extending above and below the disc. Ins. above: " 27th," on centre : "KT," below: "OFTHEU. S. A. 1898 " in two lines, the second line vertical ; on which is superimposed a black ornate Maltese Cross bearing a raised disc with white border, Ins.: "GRAND ENCAMPMENT" enclosing on a sunk gilt field, a Knight armed cap-a-pie ; resting on silver Rays. Suspended by chains from an ornamental bar bearing a black ribbon scroll forming an in- verted arc of a circle, Ins.: "PITTSBURGH," enclosing a Moonstone Keystone on which is superimposed the Coat of Arms of Pennsylvania in gilt. All inscriptions in gilt. Size 42xS6 Silver and Enamel. Case 2. 173 Badge South Shore Commandery, K. T., Weymouth, Mass., 1870. A Roman Cross resting on crossed Swords, at the foot a Crown, the arms Ins.: " K T," encircled by a ribbon in curved lines bearing incused Ins. above: "WEYMOUTH, MASS.," below: " NON NOBIS DOMINE SED NOMINl TUO DA GLORIAM." On the Cross is superimposed an ornate Maltese Cross bearing a Greek Cross within a circle, Ins.: " MAGNA EST VERITAS ET PREVILASIT " incused. Suspended from an ornamental bar Ins.: "SOUTH SHORE 1870" in two lines, the second line incused. Gut out. Size 38x50. Oxidized. Case 2. 174 Badge Cincinnati Commandery, No. 3, K. T., Cincinnati, 0. An ornate Maltese Cross bearing within a double circle, Ins. above: "CINCINNATI COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. GOMMANDERY No. 3," below: "K. T.," a Norman Shield surmounted by a Casque, enclosed by an open wreath and bearing a Plough above a Sword, across the bottom a ribbon scroll, Ins.: " EN AVANT." Sus- pended from the Badge by a black and white striped ribbon and gilt clasp, a hazel nut. Size 45x45. Oxidized. Case 2. 175 Badge St. Bernard Gommandery, No. 55, K. T., Ghicago, Ills. Oblong in shape, ornamented with leaves and having superimposed a Shield bear- ing a Roman Cross with Fleur de Lis incused in, centre, resting on a Spear, Ins. above: " COIVIIVIANDERY," in centre:, " No. 55," below, conforming to shape of Shield: "CHICAGO;" resting on crossed Swords. On the left and right, ornate Shields, Ins.: "K. T. ;" above and below curved ribbon scrolls, Ins. above : " ST. BERNARD, 'below: "PRO DEO ET JURE." Suspended by a black and white striped rib- bon from an ornamental curved bar surmounted by a St. Bernard Dog,. Ins.: "TO BOSTON 1895." Size 37x47. Bronze. Case 2. 176 Badge California Gommandery, No. 1, K. T., San Francisco, Gal. A disc bearing a Maltese Gross resting on crossed Swords, surmounted by a mounted Knight armed cap-a-pie and carrying a Standard, supported on the left and right by two Bears standing upright, and an ornamental scroll below, the arms bearing legend : " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES," on the centre within a circle, a Radiant Roman Cross superimposed on a nine-pointed Star. Ins. above extending two-thirds around : " CALI- FORNIA COIVIMANDERY No. 1 , K. T.," below: " SAN FRANCISCO, ' Suspended from a curved bar surmounted by a Bear, Ins:: " BOSTON» 1895." Size 35. Milled Edge. Gilt. Case 2. 177 Button, Newburgh Lodge, No. 509, Newburgh, N. Y. Bearing within a broad circle with beaded border, Ins. above extending half around: "NEWBURGH □ 309," below: F. & A. M." On a sunk field front view of Washington's Headquarters at Newburgh, N. Y. Size 20. Oxidized. From Bro. F. W. Perkins. Case 2. 178 Badge 50th Annual Conclave Grand Gommandery Pennsylvania. A disc, Obv.: front and side view of Masonic Temple, Philadelphia, Ins. above, extendingtwo-thirds around: " 50th ANNUAL CONCLAVE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR," below: "OF PENNSYLVANIA." Rev.: Liberty Bell, Ins. above: "1903," below: "PHILADELPHIA." Suspended by chains from a Maltese Cross resting on crossed Swords, bearing within a dou- ble circle Ins.: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES," resting on a rectangle, a Gross and Crown. Size 38. Gilt. Case 2. 179 Badge St. Cecile Lodge, No. 568, New York City, commemorative of visit to University Lodge, Philadelphia, Pa., November 25th, 1904. A Lyre COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. with five strings, on which is superimposed, Square and Compasses en- closing " G," Ins. on frame : " ST. CECILE 568," on base : "F. & A. M." Suspended by a blue ribbon Ins.: " VISITATION ST. GEGILE TO UNIVERSITY LODGE AT PHILADELPHIA" in seven lines, from an ornamental bar representing an open book of Music encircled at the centre by a wreath, Ins. on left page : "NOV. 25TH"on right page: "1904."' Size 28x43. Gilt. From St. Cecile Lodge, No. 568. Case 2. 180 Lulu Temple, A. A. 0. N. M. S. Red ribbon, ends fringed. Ins.: "26th ANNUAL SESSION OF THE IMPERIAL COUNCIL" in three lines, the first and third curved. Attached to a bar as No. 1 54. Size 33x60. Case 2. 181 Souvenir Badge of the 50th Anniversary of Sagamore Lodge, No. 371, New York City. Irregular Shield shape, bearing across centre, a slight- ly curved ribbon scroll, Ins.: "PAST MASTER," above the scroll Rad- iant Square and Compasses dividing name of Lodge: " SAGAMORE," between the points of the Compasses: "F. & A. M.," on the left: "□," on the right: "371," belowthe oblong, on the left: "SOth." Below the scroll. Bust of Indian Chief facing left, on the left of Bust: " 1855," on the right: " 1905," above on the right: "ANNIVERSARY" in small letters. Suspended from a pale blue ribbon. Size 31x42. Gilt. From Sagamore Lodge, No. 371. Case 2. 182 Duplicate of No. 181, with ribbon scroll across centre, Ins.: "MEMBER." From Sagamore Lodge, No. 371. Case 2. 183 Badge of Knights Templar Battalion of New York City. Oval, bearing a Radiant white Maltese Cross on which is superimposed ah armed Knight standing, with visor raised and right hand resting on a Shield, enclosed by a ribbon above forming a half circle resting on Norman Shields bearing a Red Cross on a white field, on the right and left, Ins. on a black ground : " KNIGHTS TEiVIPLAR BATTALION," and an ornamental scroll below, Ins.: " OF NEW YORK " in two lines. Sur- mounted by a Crown encircling a Radiant red Gross, the foot resting on white Maltese Gross below. Suspended from an ornamental bar sur- mounted by an ornate Shield, Ins.: "K. T." in monogram. Size 37x53. Gilt and Enamel. From G. G. Braxmar Co. Case 2. This Badge was first worn by the Knights Templar Battalion at the Commandery Ball in aid of the Masonic Home at Utica, held at the Madison Square Garden, January 9th, 1905, and later adopted as the permanent Badge of the Battalion. Past Master's Jewel of Wor. Levi Andrews, 1793. No. 1. JEWELS. CLASS C. Size in Millimetres. Past Master's Jewel of Wor. Levi Andrews, St. John's Lodg-e, No. 1 2, New Berne, N. G. Compasses and Quadrant, the points of the Com- passes beneath the Quadrant, on the Quadrant Ins.: "WPPL BRO LEVI ANDREWS." On the head of the Compasses, Obv.: All-seeing Eye. Rev.: an inverted five-pointed Star, between the legs of the Com- passes, suspended from the arc of a circle a disc bearing an American Flag with an Eagle in the field in place of Stars, the staff resting on a Heart, with Legend on a ribbon above : " PRO PATRIA BONO. " Size 75x75. Engraved. Silver. From R.'.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 2 Past Master's Jewel, Ocean Lodge, No. 156. Ornamental Compasses points resting on a Quadrant, enclosing Blazing Sun, suspended from an ornamental scroll attached to legs of Compasses. Rev.: Ins. on Quad- rant: "J. T. Smith, P. M. of Ocean □ No. 156." Size 105x105. Silver. From Wor. Warren C. Bennett. Case 2. Presented to Wor. J. T. Smith, 1853. Past Master's Jewel. Compasses with points resting on a Quadrant en- closing a gilt Blazing Sun. Ins. on Obv.: "Presented June 16th 1858." On reverse : " Presented to P. M. J. W. Hudswell. as a token of respect for services rendered as Sect for a number of years to Laft Lodge 64" in two lines. Size 105x109. Silver. From Bro. David J. Earle. Case 2. Past Master's Jewel, Rainbow Lodge. Compasses, the points terminating at the diameter of and enclosing a half circle surmounted by a Blazing Sun,- Ins. on the obverse : "RAINBOW LODGE was plundered by his Britanio Majesties forces at the four Corners Febry 5814 and the Jewels records &c taken into Canada." in six lines. Rev.: "This past masters Jewel was generously given by the Brethren of Montreal to commemo- rate their truly Masonic Conduct, in snatching the Jewels and Carpet from the Hands of the profane and restoring them to Rainbow Lodge." Size 76x82. Engraved. Silver. From M.-.W.% E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 2. ■COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 5 Past Master's Jewel, Antiquity Lodge, No. 11. Within a circle with or- namental edges, Ins.: "Presented to BRO: THOS_DUGARD by the Members of the □ OF ANTIQUITY No. XI F. & A. M. State of New York, A. L. 5860." Square and Compasses suspended from a Shield bearing Rising Sun. Reverse as obverse, Ins.: " In testimony of their appreciation of him as a Man and a Mason.'' Suspended by a clasp and pale blue ribbon with a clasp in centre, from an ornameiftal bar. Size 85. Engraved. Silver. From R.-.W.-. Peter Ross. Case 2. 6 Jewel, oval in shape, bearing in relief Master of Lodge clothed with Col- lar, from which is suspended a Square, and Apron. Size 50x65. Gilt. Case 2. 7 Jewel, oval in shape, bearing in relief Blazing Sun. Size 50x65. Gilt. Case 2. 8 Jewel, oval in shape, bearing in relief a Level on which rests a Trowel and Gavel with handles crosseci. Size 50x65. Gilt. Cas6 2. 9 Jewel, oval in shape, bearing in relief Moon and four five-pointed Stars. Size 50x65. Gilt. Case 2. The origin and use of Jewels Nos. 6, 7, 8 and 9 is unknown. 10 Jewel worn by Bro. Moses Sproule, 1 778. Oval shape, bearing a Mosaic Pavement on which stand two Columns with three Candlesticks between surmounted by Square and Compasses, both points of the Compasses beneath the Square; above. All-seeing Eye, Sun, Moon, Stars, Trowel, open Book, below, CofBn, Setting Maul, Acacia and 47th Problem of Euclid, on the right. Mallet, Key, Level, Plumb, Sharp Instrument, and Comet, on the left, Church, Gauge, Stone Hammer, "G," Blazing Star and Burning Bush, conforming to lower edge, Ins.: " MOR Honor & JUSTITIA." Size 35x45. Engraved. Silver. From Wor. C. C. Leeds. Case 2. Such Jewels were presented and worn, from about the middle of tfte 18th Century, in Great Britain. 1 1 Jewel of Fessler Lodge, No. 576, New York, N. Y. A circle, inner edge beaded, Ins.: "* FESSLER □ No. 576 ORIENT N. Y. FEB. 27, 1865," in which is suspended "G" partially enclosing Square and Com- passes in gold. Size 38. Silver and Gold. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 2 12 Pythagoras Lodge, No. 86, New York City. Circular Rays supporting Square and Compasses enclosing a Delta bearing All-seeing Eye; the Square Ins.: "PYTHAGORAS LODGE No. 86." Size 35. Gold and Silver. From M.'.W.'. John W. Simons. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 13 St. John's Lodge, No. 1, New York City. Obv.: a. Delta enclosing a circle embordered by two parallel lines, on the vortex the Holy Scriptures, surrounded by Rays forming a nine-pointed Star. Rev.: Ins.: "St. John's □ No. 1 Jacob M. Palmer, Initiated May 8th A. L. 5856 Passed -(May) 8th Raised - (May) 22nd □ No. 258. Grand □ No. Z548." in seven lines. Size 69x69. Engraved. Silver. From Wor. Philip Volkman. Case 2. 14 Souvenir Jewel presented to R.'.W.-. G. T. McClenachan, by the French Lodges in New York. A Delta Ins.: " La Resp Loge Mac. La Sincer- ite No. 373 O.'. de New York" enclosing "t" with six-pointed Star formed by interlaced Deltas in each angle. Suspended from a bar rep- resenting a draped curtain. Size 30x30. Engraved. Silver. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McClenachan. Case 2. 15 Von Mensch Lodge, No. 765, Brooklyn, N. Y. Souvenir Jewel 25th An- niversary. A Square Ins.: " VON MENSCH □ No. 765 F. & A. M." and Compasses enclosing framed Bust of Von Mensch, facing, supported by ornamental scrolls Ins. on the left: "1875" on the right : "1900." Size 110x105. Engraved. Aluminum. From R.'.W.'. J. Loewer. Case 2. 16 Holland Lodge, No. 8, New York City. A Shield bearing an elliptical Shield on which rests an open book bearing a Square with a long and short arm, and Compasses, one point of the Compasses beneath the ■ Square, the other passing the short arm, supported by an Eagle on the left and a Lion on the right, illumined by Rays from the All-seeing Eye surrounded by five-pointed Stars, above. Beneath, clasped hands and the legend : " DEUGD - ZYUW CIERAAD SIT TIEIR VIRTUI GEM- MA" in two curved lines. Rev.: "Holland Lodge No. 8" in two lines, (engraved. ) Suspended from a bar representing drapery, on the Obv., engraved: "R R Hull," on the Rev.: "Courtlandta 189." Size 39x44. Silver. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 2. 1 7 Holland Lodge, No. 8, New York City. Obv.: a circle Ins. above : "SOLA CONCORDIA FRATERNUM," below: "HOLLAND LODGE," sur- mounted by a Cherubim; enclosing Holy Bible, Square and Compasses, the head of the Compasses Ins.: "G." the Square : " VIRTUTE - ET SILENTIO," v^h All-seeing Eye, Gauge, Plumb and Level above, and Skull and Crossbones, and 47th Problem of Euclid below, on the left. Trowel and Mallet, on the right, sprig of Acacia and Slipper. Rev.: a circle Ins. above: "AMOR HONOR ET JUSTITIA," the head of the Compasses : "G," the Square: "SPES MEA IN DEO EST," above, All-seeing Eye, Sun, Moon and Stars, below. Skull and Crossbones, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. _ and Tessallated Pavement, on the left, sprig of Acacia and Slippei, on the right. Trowel and Mattock. Size 31x41. Engraved. Silver. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McGlenachan. Case 2. Found in a grave in Nev? Jersey, 1 860. 18 Lodge No. 17. Ovali cut out. Obv.: a Mosaic Pavement bearing twro Columns connected by a ribbon, Ins.: "I. T. S. A. C. No. 17 " below the ribbon a Candlestick; above, a Delta Ins. : " G " supported by a Plumb on the left, and Level on right, surmounted by Radiant All-seeing Eye, on the right and left of Columns, Candlesticks, below Mosaic Pavement, an Apron bearing an Ark; in upper left corner a Square, in the right 47th Problem of Euclid, surmounted by Moon. Rev.: the ribbon Ins.: " SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT," with Delta above surmounted by Blazing Sun. Ofi Mosaic Pavement rests Three Great Lights, Perfect Ashlar, Gavel and Chisel, on Apron below, Past Master's Jewel, CofBn and Crossbones, Hammer and Trowel. Suspended from Square and Com- passes and Quadrant, points of Compasses beneath. Size 44x58. Engraved. 18th Century. Silver. From R.-.W.-. John T. Smith. Case 2. 19 Lodge 529. Oval shape. Obv.: two Columns supporting an Arch, en- closing Holy Bible, Square and Compasses, Radiant Star, Trowel and Mallet, resting on a Mosaic Pavement, In the field. All-seeing Eye, Stars, Gauge, Plumb, Level, 47th Problem of Euclid, Bee Hive, Ladder and sprig of Acacia, Ins. on lower edge divided by a circle enclosing crossed Keys: "NO TOMSON LODGE N?. 519." Rev.: a Mosaic Pavement on which rests a Coffin and Serpent, above which is a Pyr- amid bearing a Skull and Crossbones, surmounted by Blazing Star and surrounded by Candlesticks. In the field. Radiant All-seeing Eye, Sun, Moon, Stars, Book with crossed Swords, Ark and Dove, Balaam's Ass, Crucifixion, Anchor, three Crowns, Mitre, Hour Glass and Scythe. Size 44x55. Engraved. 1 8th Century. Silver, Case 2. 20 Jewel presented to Robert Morris. Obv,: "G,'' surmounted by St. Andrew and Cross, enclosing Square, Ins.: " VIRTUTE ET SILENTIO," Level, Compasses, Plumb, Trowel, Gavel, Hour Glass and 47th Problem of Euclid. Rev.: on Square, Ins.: '- W. T. Munger, K. T. to Robt Morris, K. T." On the lower part of G "5761. Scotch, cut out. Size 35x50. Engraved. Silver. From M.-.W.-. Robert Morris, P. G. M. Kentucky. 21 Washington Chapter, No, 3, New Haven, Conn. Compasses, the head bearing a six-pointed. Star formed by two Deltas, points resting on a Quadrant, bearing within a circle passing over and under the Com- passes, a Keystone with Ins.: "HTWSSTKS" enclosing a Coffin on which rests Crossbones and Scythe. Rev.: Ins.: " Washington Chap- ter Established Feb 5816" on the Keystone, and "J.B.Hill" on the Quadrant. Size 58x80. Engraved. Silver. From Bro. L. A. Hill. Case 2. Master Mason's Jewel, (Scotch) 1761. No. 20. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 22 St. George's Mark Lodge, Schenectady, N. Y. Obv.: within a double circle, Ins.: "H-T-W-S-S-T-K S-" Square and Compasses enclosing a Heart. Above, Sun, Moon, Stars and Gauge, below, "S799.' Rev.: within a double circle, Ins.: "Benin Hatheway S * Geo.? M''..Mn Lodge Schenectady," a Mosaic Pavement bearing an Altar on which rests the Three Great Lights, surrounded by Plumb, Level, Common Gavel and Trowel, Square and Compasses, five-pointed Star and crossed Pens. Above, Radiant All-seeing Eye, Sun, Moon, Stars and Torch. Size 49x71. Engraved. Silver. Case 2. 23 Mount Vernon Chapter, No. 228, Mount Vernon, N. Y. Obv.: irregular shaped, formed by a series of eight circles joined at their circumference in series of one, two, three and two, bearing different Monitorial em- blems, surmounted by a bell shaped Gavel with loop handle, Ins.: "HOLINESS TO THE LORD," in two lines, the first forming a half- circle enclosing the last word. Rev.: within a double circle, Ins.: "H- T-W-S-S, -T-K-S-" Square and Compasses, Ins. above: " Charles Dix No. MT. VERNON R. A. CHAP," below a Crown. Size 62x100. Engraved. Gilt. From Bro. C. F. Lusch Case 2. 24 Ancient Chapter, No. 1, New York City, Jewel of High Priest. A Delta, I-ns. on the sides: "ZER UBBA BEL," enclosing a smaller Delta bear- ing figure of High Priest in Robes. Rev.: Ins.: " Ancient Chapter No. 1," in script letters. Suspended by a loop. Size 54. Engraved. Silver. From Bro. Jos. H. Wright. Case 2. 25 Ancient Chapter, No. 1. New York City. A Shield surmounted by Three Great Lights. Obv.: two Columns supporting an Arch, enclosing an Altar on which rests an upright Delta, supporting on its angle a plat- form carrying a Skull and Crossbones; resting on a Mosaic Pavement, Ins.: "S. McCormick Ancient Chapter No. 1," in tour lines. Above in field a Lamb, Cross and Cock, on the left, a hand holding a Trowel, on the right, a cup. Rev.: within a double circle, Ins.: "H-T-W-S- S-T-K - S -," Lazarus laying within an enclosure, with gates in background, and dogs licking his wounds. Size 50x72. Engraved. Silver, Gilt. From Bro. Stephen McCormick. Case 2. 26 Tiler's Jewel, Phoenix Chapter, No. 2, New York City. An open Delta bearing crossed Swords, the points and hilts resting on the sides of the Delta. Rev.: Ins.: " Phoenix Chapter, No. 2." Size 95. Engraved. Gilt. From Bro. C. G. Miller. Case 2. This Jewel worn by Wor. Sewell Fiske, P. G. T., while Tiler for Phoenix Chapter, No. 2, an office filled by him for many years, was received from Bro. C. G. Miller, of Morton Lodge, No. 63, Hemp- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. stead, L. I., a great grandson of Wor. Bro. Fiske, who found it among some old papers; by P. G. H. P. Harris Balston, witli tlie request that he present it to Ancient Chapter, which was complied with April 9th, 1900. 27 Past High Priest's Jewel, Phoenix Chapter, No. 5, (now No. 2,) New York City. Obv.: a small circle Ins. above : "TALIA - SI - JUNG- ERE - POSSIS SIT TIBI SCIRE SATIS -." below: "A. L. 5818 A. D. 1818," enclosing a six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas interlaced, Ins.: " CIVIS MUNDI WE HAVE FOUND ASA HALL COLTOR DEL INVENIMUS Evqhkay:v," enclosing a small Delta. Above, an interlaced ribbon forming a loop, below, a ribbon scroll, Ins.: "NIL NISI CLAVIS DEEST." Rev.: on circle, Ins.: "Presented by Phoenix Chapter No. 5 to Gomp J? Asa Hall M E P H P as a token of respect & Gratitude for his services." Ins. on Star: " BEAUTY CON- CORD TRUTH WISDOM PEACE STRENGTH." Within an oval formed by two scrolls below the circle, a Phoenix rising from flames. Cut out. Size 49x72. Engraved. Silver, Gilt. From Bro. R. Wardle. Case 2. 28 Temple Chapter, No. 5, Albany, N. Y. Shield surmounted by Three Great Lights. Obv.: within a double circle Ins.: "H-T W-S-S- T K - S -," Blazing Sun, in the field on left. Sun, on right, Moon and Stars. Rev.: within a double circle, Ins. above: "Daniel Leonard," below: "Temple Chapter;" a Keystone supported by a Chisel on the left, and Mallet on the right. In the field, above on the left. Ladder, on the right. Plumb. Size 54x74. Engraved. Silver. Case 2. '29 Washington Chapter. Obv.: a Shield bearing on a Mosaic Pavement, two Columns supporting an Arch with Cable Tow suspended from Keystone, enclosing Ark of the Covenant, with Ladder, Book guarded by Tiler's Sword, and " G " above ; below the Pavement, Spade and Setting Maul crossed ; in the field on the left. Anchor, Ark, Sun and Trowel, on the right. Pot of Incense, Sword pointing at Heart, Moon and Seven Stars, surmounted by Three Great Lights. Rev.: within a double circle Ins.: "H-T-W-S-S-T-K-S -," an Ark and Dove, in the field, above, Ins.: "Washington Chapter," on the left. Mallet, on the right, Chisel. Surmounted by Three Great Lights. Size 52x80. Engraved. Silver. From Wor. Wm. E. Davis. Case 2. Found on battle field during Civil War. 30 Mark Master's Jewel, Shield shaped. Obv.: a Shield quartered by a Square bearing Compasses open on its angle, with a castle beneath, surmounted by an arm and hand holding a Trowel, above, All-seeing Eye above clouds, below. Three Great Lights, Ins. on left following line of Shield : "T. W. Barns," on right: " Massachusetts, U. S. A." Rev.: Past High Priest's Jewel, Phoenix Chapter, No. 3. No. 27. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. All-seeing Eye above clouds, in the field. Sun, Moon, Stars, Radiant "G," Trowel, Ladder, Plumb, Square and Three Great Lights. Ins. conforming to shape, on the left : "Born Cornish County," on right : " Old York April 6th 1 787." Size 61x71. Engraved. Silver. From Wor. Alonzo E. Cherry. Case 2. 31 Jewel 27th Degree A. A. S. R. A Delta with ornamental border enclos- ing Ins.: "I N R I." Attached to a white ribbon bearing two clasps, the upper one with pin. Size 45x45. Gilt. Case 2. 32 Jewel 26th Degree A. A. S. R. An inverted Delta enclosing a Flaming Heart bearing monogram: "I H S," above on the left: "F," on the right: "W," below: " H," surmounted by an ornamental loop. Size 60x60. Silver. Case 2. 33 Jewel 24th Degree A. A. S. R. A Delta enclosing an arrow with point down, crossing an arm and hand holding a naked Sword within Ins. forming a half circle : " FIAT JUSTITIA RUAT COLEUM." Size 50. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McClenachan. Case 2. 34 Jewel 18th Degree A. A. S. R. A Tau suspended from a Cross Ins.: " I N R I " and Grown. Size 45. Silver and Gilt. Case 2. 35 Jewel 18th Degree A. A. S. R. A disc bearing on a sunk field. Compasses with points beneath a Quadrant enclosing a Pelican feeding her young, surmounted by the upper part of a Cross on which rests a Rose and sprays of Roses on the right and left. Size 30. Gilt. From Wor. Levi J. Isaacs. Case 2. 36 Royal Order of Scotland. A seven-pointed Radiant Star bearing on a green field a gilt triple triangle forming a nine-pointed Star in the cen- tre of which is a white circle Ins.: " GLORIA IN EXCELIS DEO *" enclosing a Greek Cross the arms and centre bearing red dots. Size 60x60. Silvered and Enamel. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 2. 37 English Royal Arch Jewel. An open circle, Obv.: Ins.: " * DEO II REGI II FRATRIBUS II HONOR II FIDELITAS II BENEVOLENTIA II" surmounted by a ribbon forming a loop enclosing interlaced Deltas forming a six-f)ointed Star, Ins. on sides of Deltas : "WISDOM PEACE STRENGTH CONCORt) BEAUTY TRUTH," within which is a smaller inverted Delta bearing Compasses with the Sun above, and Globe be- tween legs of Compasses, below the circle a ribbon Ins.: " EXALTED " enclosing a circle in which is a triple Tau. Rev.: Ins. on circle : " SI II COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. TALIA II JUNGERE II POSSIS II SIT II TIBI II GIERE II SATIS" above extending nearly around, below: "A L A D," on Star: "EYPHKAMEN INVENIMUS GULTER DEI WE HAVE FOUND CIVIS MUNDI," below the circle on ribbon: "NIL NISI GLAVIS DEEST." Suspended from a white ribbon with three gilt clasps. Size 38x68. Engraved. Silver. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Gase 2. 38 Naval Lodge, No. 391, Jewel. A Square having a long and short arm. Plain. Size 85x115. Steel. From R.-.W.-. Washington Mullin. Gase 2. 39 Naval Lodge Jewel. A Pickaxe, Ins.: "Naval Lodge, No. 69" in two lines. Size 41x80. Engraved. Silver. From R.-.W.-. Washington Mullin. Gase 2. 40 Naval Lodge Jewel. A common Gavel or Stone Hammer, Ins. on Obv.: " Naval Lodge." Rev.: "No. 69," the handle terminating in a loop. Size 39x77. Engraved. Silver. From R.'.W.-. Washington Mullin. Gase 2. 41 Naval Lodge Jewel. A Heart resting on crossed Swords, Ins.: "Naval Lodge No. 69 " in two lines. Size 51x86. Engraved. Silver. From R.'.W.'. Washington Mullin. Gase 2. These Jewels were worn by the Officers of Naval Lodge, No. 391, Brooklyn, N. Y., Chartered in 1826. Owing to loss of Members by reason of the Morgan troubles it surrendered its charter about 1828, The charter was revived in 1837, and given to several members of Silentia Lodge, No. 198, who when that Lodge cast its fortunes with the St. John's Grand Lodge, remained loyal to the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, placed in the 4th District, New York City and is now No. 69. 42 Medallion Jewel. Obv.: on a blue field two Golumns surmoujited by Globes Gelestial and Terrestrial, resting on a Mosaic Pavement, with Holy Bible between, surmounted by Blazing Sun. On the left. Gauge and Plumb, on the right, Level and Trowel, above Moon and five Stars. Rev.: a country scene in an ornamental gilt and white frame. Inlaid on glass in a gilt metal frame. 18th Century. Size 44. From Bro. W. H. Barber. Gase 2. 43 Past Grand Master's Jewel, Grand Lodge of Alabama. An open five^ pointed Star, Ins.: "E.Solomon Past Grand Master of the Granc} Lodge of the State of Alabama," enclosing the Great Light resting on Rays. Size 102. Engraved. Silver. From Bro. Ezekiel Solomon. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 44 Abrams Lodge, No. 20, Past Master's Jewel. Ornamental Compasses points resting on a Quadrant enclosing Blazing Sun, surmounted by an open Delta, suspended by a link. Rev.: Ins.: "Presented by Abrams Lodge No. 20 to W. P. M. Philip S. Van Houton as a token of Masonic esteem Jan. A L 5846," in two lines. Size 108x95. Silver, Gilt. From R.-.W.-. Sheldon B. Shaw. Case 2. 45 Concord Lodge, No. S04, (now 50) New York City, Past Master's Jewel. Obv.: Compass Dividers with points resting on a Quadrant, enclosing Blazing Sun. Rev.: a Delta bearing Hebrew characters, resting on Rays. The Quadrant, Ins.: "Presented by Concord Lodge No. 304 to W. P. M. George B. Smith XXXXXX 27th December 5919." The head of the Compasses set with six white stones. Size 72x85. Gold. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 2. 46 Concord Lodge, No. 304, (now 50 ) New York City, Past Master's Jewel. Ornamental Compasses with points resting on a Quadrant, enclosing Blazing Sun, the Rays forming a Delta, suspended by a link. Rev.: Ins. on Quadrant; "Presented by Concord Lodge No. 304 to W. P. M. George B. Smith, A L 5819.' Size 95x88, Gold. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 2. Wor. George B. Smith, was the first Master of Concord Lodge. 47 First Jewels of Concord Lodge, No. 304, (now 50) New York City. In a case. (a) Master's Jewel. A Square, (plain) Rev.: Ins.: "Concord Lodge No. 304. Size 108x108. Silver. (b) Senior Warden's Jewel. A Level with line engraved, Ins. as (a.) Size 140x88. Silver. (c) Junior Warden's Jewel. A Plumb with line engraved, Ins. as (a.) Size 114. Silver. (d) Secretary's Jewel. Crossed Pens bound together by a ribbon pass- ing under one and over the other, with bow in centre, Ins. as (a,) Size 47x107. Silver. (e) Treasurer's Jewel. Crossed Keys, (No inscription.) Size 58x70. Silver. (f) Senior and Junior Deacon's Jewels, A circle Ins. on the left: "Concord" on the right : " Lodge," below: " No. 304 " surmount- ed by the Three Great Lights. Across the circle, crossed Swords, the hilts and points extending beyond the circumference, on which rests a Heart. Size 65x95. Silver. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 2. These Jewels for a number of years were lost, and were restored in 1887, by Tiffin Lodge, No. 11, Tiffin, Ohio. OOLI.EGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 48 Fortitude Lodge, No. 19, Brooklyn, N. Y., Jewels, in a case. (a) Master's Jewel. A Square, (plain) Ins.: "Fortitude Lodge No. 19." Size 90x90. Silver. (b) Senior Warden's Jewel. A Pickaxe, Ins. as (a.) Size 48x70. Silver. (c) Junior Warden's Jewel. A Plumb with line engraved and laid out in inches by eighths. Size 88. Silver. From Fortitude Lodge, No. 19. Case 2. These were the first Officers Jewels used in Fortitude Lodge, No. 84, (now 19) 1799, and are probably the Jewels used in St. Albans Lodge, No. 62, of which Fortitude Lodge was the successor and who purchased the property of St. Albans Lodge from the landlord Bro. Martin Boerum, who had seized it for rent due him when St. Albans Lodge surrendered its charter. (d) Past Master's Jewel. Compasses with points resting on a Quad- rant. Rev.: Ins. on Quadrant: "Presented 27th Dec 5801 By Fortitude Lodge No 84 to W. P. M. Geo. A. Clussman as a mark of their esteem and regard for his service in the Chair " in two lines. Size 91x70. Engraved. Silver. Wor. George A. Clussman, was the first Master of Fortitude Lodge. This Jewel has evidently had a Blazing Sun or some other emblem attached to it, but which is now missing. (e) Past Master's Jewel. Within an ornamental open Delta, attached by a ring, Square and Compasses enclosing Blazing Sun, points of the Compasses resting on a Quadrant, head of the Compasses set with a Turquoise, the Quadrant extending below the Delta. Ins. on reverse : " Presented to P. M. Piatt Powell, from Forti- tude Lodge No. 19 October 17th 1855." Suspended by a clasp and pale blue ribbon from an ornamental oval open bar. Size 50x50. Engraved. Gold. (f) Presentation Jewel, Shield shaped. Obv.: within a double circle, Ins.: "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." surrounded by clouds and Stars, a sheep grazing with a plow in the background. Rev.: within an ornamental border, a Crescent, Ins.: "Isaac Cornell Jun to James Allen Fortitude M. M. Lodge No. 81 5831" in five lines. Above from centre point of Shield Rays emenatingfrom All-seeing Eye, below, branches extending on each side with stems crossed at the bottom. Size 48x60. Engraved. Gold. From Fortitude Lodge, No. 1 9. Case 2. This Jewel evidently has been surmounted by Square and Compasses the points of the Compasses being visible on the upper part of the Shield. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 49 M.-.W.-. John W. Simons, Past Grand Master's Jewel. Within an orna- mental circle with inner and outer edges raised, Square and Compasses enclosing Blazing- Sun, with Diamond in centre, points of Compasses passing under the Square and resting on a Quadrant. Rev. Ins. above: "Presented by THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK, F. & A. M." below: "to its P.-.G.'.M.'. John W. Simons, A. L. 5861." in two lines. Suspended by a clasp and purple ribbon with clasp in centre, from an ornamental bar. Size 55. Engraved. Gold. Case 2. 50 M. E. John W. Simons, Past Grand High Priest's Jewel. Within an orna- mental circle, surrounded by a wreath of Oak Leaves and Acorns, an open Delta enclosing a Mitre ornamented with small Deltas. Rev.: Ins. above: "M. E. John W. Simons, P. G. H. P. FROM THE GRAND ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER OF NEW YORK IN RECOGNITION OF FAITHFUL OFFICIAL SERVICE " in three lines, below: "February 1870." Suspended from an ornamental clasp and red ribbon. Size 63. Engraved. Gold. Case 2. 51 M. E. John W. Simons, Past Grand Commander's Jewel. Within a circle Ins. above: "Grand Commandery," below: "State of New York," a red Maltese Cross with gold border, bearing a black Norman Shield with gold border enclosing a Radiant white Roman Cross. Rev.: Ins. above: "Presented to M. E. John W. Simons, P. G. M.," below: " 1868." On Gross : "By the Grand Commandery of the State of New York" in four lines, the second line curved. Suspended by a clasp and red and white ribbons from an ornamental bar. In a case. Size 54. Engraved. Gold and Enamel. Case 2. 52 Past Master's Jewel. Obv.: ornamental Compasses, the head set with a red stone, the points resting upon a Quadrant from which is suspended a draped curtain, enclosing two Columns surmounted by Globes on which rests an Arch surmounted by a five pointed Star; resting on a platform on which between the Columns are three steps. Suspended from the Keystone is a Square and Compass Dividers enclosing Blazing Sun, the left point of the Dividers passes under the Square and rests on the Quadrant, the right, over the Square and under the Quadrant. Un- der the platform is a representation of a Mosaic Pavement. Reverse as Obv. The Compasses are set with four white stones and the head a red stone; the curtain with five white stones. Quadrant Ins.: "Pre- sented to W. P. M. John W. Simons by the members of Munn Lodge No. 5, for past services Sept. 21st, 5849." in three lines. Size 109x139. Engraved. Gold and Silver. Case 2. 53 Past Grand Master's Jewel presented to M.'.W.-. J. B. Munn, by the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. Same general design as No. 43. Rev.: Ins. on Quadrant: "G. L. of N, J. to P. G. M. J. B. Munn, as a tribute of re- spect for past Services " the last three words in two lines. The head OOLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. of Compasses set with a white stone on obverse and a red stone on re- verse. Attached to a purple ribbon. Size 97x93. Gold. From Munn Lodge, No. 190. Case 2. M.'.W.'. J. B. Munn, was Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey during the years 1821, 22, 23 and 24. 54 Past Master's Jewel, Pennsylvania. Square with long and short arm, engraved ornamental border on the inner and outer edge, with open ob- long enclosing 47th Problem of Euclid suspended from the angle. Sus- pended by a blue ribbon from clasps with pin attached to the upper one. Size 50x57. Silver. From Wor. William Schroeder, M. D. Case 2. ^ ttfcmtnl'i'Sttkiitt - IN H12'"|-0D«!-: - -;N?44'/.FaAM.> Trowel used by Benjamin Franklin, while Master of the Lodge Which met at The Sun Tavern, Philadelphia. No. 1. FURNITURE AND WORKING TOOLS. GLASS D. 1 Gold Trowel, Ivory handle, l}4x2}4 inches. Round handle- 2 inches long Ins.: " Masonic Trowel used by Benj. Franklin in his Lodge. Presented to Franklin Lodge, No. 447, F. and A. M. by M.'.W.-. Nathaniel F. Waring." From Franklin Lodge, No. 447. Case 2. This Trowel was in the safe of the old United States Bank at Wash- ington. D. C. Upon the winding up of that institution, it was re- moved by M.'.W.'. Daniel D. Tompkins, Vice-President of the United States, and was afterward presented to Franklin Lodge, No. 447 , New York City. 2 Silver Trowel, '5]4xS}'2 inches. Obv. Ins.: "Grand Lodge of the State of New York,"' and Seal of the Grand L'odge. Rev. Ins.: "Presented to the M.'.W.'. Grand □ State of New York F. & A. M.— Pyramid □ 490 on the occasion of laying the Corner Stone of the Temple on June 'Sth, 1870. A. L. 5870." Handle of Ivory, 1x4 inches. From Bro. John Cook. Case 2. 3 Silver Trowel, 33^x1^ inches. Handle of Ivory, 1x5 inches. Ins.: ''Pre- sented by the 7th Regiment National Guard S. N. Y. To the Grand Lodge F. & A., Masons S. N. Y. Joseph J. Couch Grand Master on the occasion of the laying of the Corner Stone of the new Seventh Regiment Armory, 66th Street & 4th Avenue, New York City, October 13th, 1877." From M.'.W.'. Joseph J. Couch. Case 2. 4 Gavel, head ^2x3 inches, handle 7){ inches. Ins. on a silver Plate : "Presented to Continental Lodge, No. 287. April 15-1868 by Henry F. Slote." Made from Cedar of Lebanon planted at Jerusalem by Godfrey D. Bouillon, First King of Jerusalem. From Bro. Albert B. Lyman. Case 20. 5 Pair of Antique Brass Candlesticks, 7 inches high, base 3x3 j^ inches. Ins. on base : "A. R. A. C. No. 1." From Ancient Chapter, No. 1. Case 20. 6 Ivory Handled Dagger, with gold-plated scabbard. Handle ZJ^ inches, carved and gold mounted. Blade S}4 inches, inlaid in gold. Scabbard ornamented with flowers. With button for belt. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. Used at one time in the First Degree. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 7 Lignum Vitae Gavel, base 3>2 inches, walnut handle 1 1}4 inches. Plate on bottom of base, Inscribed : " Presented to Albion Lodge, No. 26, by Bro. I. B. Reynolds, March 5, A. L. 5810." From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. 8 Square, Black Oak. Long arm 8)4 inches, short arm 5 inches, 1 yi inches wide. From a Brother from Scotland. Case 20. 9 Black Oak Mallet, base 4x3^ inches, handle 4 inches long. From a Brother from Scotland. Case 20. Nos. 8 and 9 were one of a number which supported a plank, upon which rested the CoflBn of James III, of Scotland in Cambus Ken- neth Abbey. 10 Antique Brass Candlestick, base S}{ inches, 10 inches high. Ornamented Triangular shaft with round foliated base. From R.'.W.". Adolphus Andreas. Case 20. 11 Knights Templar Dagger, handle 6 inches, blade 9 inches, ebony grip with metal Crown. From Mrs. Reuben Cleveland. Case 20. 12 Gavel, head Z)^xl}4 inches, handle 8}4 inches, bearing a silver plate Inscribed-: " Made from a piece of the wood qf the Iron-clad Merrimac destroyed May — 11 — 1862. Presented to Sylvan Grove Lodge, No. 275, from William H. Stiner." From Sylvan Grove Lodge, No. 275. Case 20. 13 Gavel, head 3x1. '2 inches, handle 9 inches, ornamented with silver bands Inscribed ; "Head N. H. Oak from U. S. S. Kearsage." " Handle Live Oak U. S. S. Constitution." " Silver from watch raised with the U. S. S.Tallapoosa sunk in Vineyard Sound, August 21 — 1884." "Gavel presented to A. E. Bosse, at Eureka □ 243, F. & A. M., February 10^ 1896 By M.-.W.-. John Pender, P. G. M.— A. F. and A. M. in N. H." From Won A. E. Bosse. Case 20, 14 Spear, 5 foot 6 ioches long, blade 2)^x14 inches, wooden handle with iron piece at end. Inscribed on blade : "Presented to Albion □ No. 107 By Bro. William D. Wilson, P. Sen. Warden of 1. R. A. No. 2." From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. 15 Ancient Knight Templar Sword and Scabbard, Ivory handle, 6 inches. Triangular blade, 38 inches. White Leather Scabbard with brass end. Case 20. 16 Gavel, base 'SyixZi^i inches, \Q}i inches long. Case 20. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 17 Gavel, base 4xS>^ inches, 12 inches long. Ins. on grip: "Presented by Gompn's Henry T. Hancock and Robert H. Trafford, made from a piece- of live oak taken from the hull of the Iron Glad Merrimac." Ins. on Gavel : " Engagement between the Monitor and Merrimac March 9th — 1862." From Gorinthian Chapter. No. 159. Gase 20. These Gavels (Nos. 16 and 17) were made from wood of the Gonfed- erate Ironclad Merrimac, destroyed in the James River, May 1 1th,. 1862. On November 18th, 1875, Morton Commandery, No. 4, K. T., New York Gity, paid a fraternal visit to Grice Gommandery, No. 1 6, K. T. of Norfolk, Va., prior to return they were presented with pieces of timber taken from the Merrimac. Sir Knight Robert H. Trafford had the wood made into two Gavels, and Sir Knight Henry T. Hancock, assisted in the decoration of one of them, both being Gompanions of Gorinthian A No. 159, R. A. M. By Resolution of the Ghapter, on November 12th, 1903, they were presented to the Gommittee on Antiquities of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. 1 8 Ancient Golumn Gandlestick, 1 6 inches high, base 5)4 inches square. On lower part of Golumn, Square and Gompasses inlaid in wood. The. base is composed of three steps. Black Walnut. From Bro. William Walker. Gase 20. 19 Ancient Golumn Gandlestick, 13%' inches high, base B}4 inches square On lower part of Golumn, Level inlaid in wood. The' base is composed, of three steps. Black Walnut. From Bro. William Walker. Gase 20. 20 Ancient Golumn Gandlestick, 12 inches high, base 5K inches square. On lower part of Golumn, Plumb inlaid in wood. The base is composed'Of three steps. Black Walnut. From Bro. William Walker. Gase 20. 2 \ Ivory Gavel. Mallet shaped, Ins.: " Presented to JAMES E. LITTLE, W. M. Sagamore 371, N. Y. By St. Johns No. 6, NORWALK, GONN. May SI" 1887." in six lines. Size, head 1^x3^ inches, handle ^x8% inches. From Sagamore Lodge, No. 371. Case 20. CLOTHING. CLASS E. Master Mason's Apron, cream color Satin, embroidered with Masonic Emblems consisting of a Mosaic Pavement approached by five steps on which rests, in the front two Columns surmounted by Fruits, in the back- ground an Arch, between which are the Three Great Lights surrounded by three Burning Candles in Candlesticks, with Square and Compasses above. On the right. Bee Hive, Trowel, and Crescent Moon surrounded by five Stars, on the left. Anchor, Level, and Blazing Sun. On the flap Radiant All-seeing Eye. Size 15xlS_l2 inches. Worn by M.'.W.". Daniel D. Tompkins, Grand Master of Masons, State of New York, 1820-21, and Vice-President of the United States, 1817-24. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case S. Grand Lodge Apron, White Satin body, Gilt Bullion and Purple Silk border. Size 13x16 inches. From Widow of R.'.W.-. Wm. Gumey. Case 5. Collar, plain Purple Silk, Bullion centre. Size 3 ^^^2 inches. From Widow of R.'.W.'. Wm. Gurney. Case 5. Master Mason's Apron, White Leather, trimmed with Yellow Silk, bearing a Mosaic Pavement surrounded by a raised base, approached by five steps, resting on the front of which are two Columns surmounted by Fruits, in the background a Canopy bearing a Radiant five-pointed Star -enclosing letter "G" and surmounted by a Radiant Globe, in front a triangular Altar on which rests .the Three Great Lights, on a platform on the right a Plumb, on the left a level, above, a Cable Tow with ends extending on each side of Columns. At the foot of steps. Acacia in bloom. Rough Ashlar, Plumb Line, Stone Hammer, Gauge, Trowel, Mallet, Square, Chisel, Pick, and Perfect Ashlar. On the flap, Square and Compasses with branches interwoven and Ribbon, Ins.: "AMOR VIRTUS CHARITAS" with "HOWARD LODGE" below. Printed in black. Size 13^^x15 inches. One of the Aprons in use in Howard Lodge, No. 35, New York City, (organized 1794) at the beginning of the 19th century. From Bro. Cruger. Case 5. Master Mason's Apron, White Silk with Blue Silk Border, bearing Mosaic Pavement approached by five steps, on which rests in front two Col- umns surmounted by Globes, in the background an Arch resting on Square Columns, from the Keystone is suspended a Gable Tow over the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. letter "G" between three Candlesticks with the Three Great Lights in front of them. On the right, Ladder, Square, Trowel, Compasses, Gauge, Level and Plumb, a ribbon to which is attached Square and Compasses, Level, crossed Keys, and Compasses resting on a quad- rant, with Blazing Sun above. On the left, Perfect Ashlar on which rests Mallet and Chisel, with Level, Square and Compasses at its base, above, ribbon to which is attached crossed Pens, Trowel, Mallet and Pick, Level, with Crescent Moon and seveji Stars above. On flap, the All-seeing Eye. Printed. Size 16x18 inches. From Bro. Wm. K. O'Brien. Case 13. 6 White Silk Apron, Fifteenth Degree, A. A. S. R., Prince of Jerusalem, On the body of the Apron is embroidered a Pelican surmounted by a Rose Gross supported by flower branches on the right and left. Tri m^ med with Red Silk border. On the flap a Radiant Delta enclosing cab-? alistic letters of the degree. Size. 12x14 inches. From Wor. Joseph M. Levey. Case 13. ? Royal Arch Apron, White Silk trimmed with Red Silk and Bullion fringe, bearing two Columns supporting an Arch, an Altar on which r^sts a Pot of Incense, supported by Sprigs of Acacia. On the flap a Radiant Delta, gilt with red field and branches on the right and left. Embroid- ered. Size 15x18 inches. From R.-.W.-. Horatio P. Hudson. Case 13. 8 White Lambskin Apron, worn by Brethren of the 4th Masonic District at Laying of Corner Stone of Masonic Home. Ins.: "4th MASONIC DISTRICT" in two lines. Flap Ins.: " CELEBRATION OF LAYING THE CORNER STONE OF MASONIC ASYLUM AT UTICA, N. Y. MAY 21, A. L. 5891" in four lines. Printed. Size 12x14 inches. From R.-.W.-. Aaron Morris. Case 13. 9 Apron Morton Commandery, Black Velvet, Triangular in shape, bearing a Jeweled Delta enclosing Skull and Crossbones. Trimmed with Bul- lion fringe and gilt border. On flap a Delta with crossed Swords. Size 14x14 inches. From Widow of R.-.W.-. Wm. Gurney. Case 13, 10 Baldric, Morton Commandery, Black Velvet embroidered with leaves, Red Cross, Tent, a green rosette at clasp, bearing Maltese Cross, on the shoulder a black rosette bearing a Red Cross enclosed by Rays forming a seven-pointed Star and a Radiant nine-pointed Star, Ins.; " IN HOG SIGNO VINCES " enclosing a gilt Serpent and Cross on a red field. Size 5x60 inches. From Widow of R.-.W.'. Wm. Gurney. Case 13. 1 1 Old Style Sash, Fourteenth Degree, A. A. S. R., Blu« Watered Silk, bor- dered with Red Silk, embroidered on body of Sash, Square and Com- passes surmounted by a Cable Tow, and letters: "M. B." and a wreath (COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. of branches with tips crossed and stems tied by a ribbon. Size 5x30 inches. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McGlenachan. Case 13. 12 Rose Croix Collar, Eighteenth Degree, A. A. S. R., consisting- of Red, Purple, Black, White, Dark Blue, Light Green, Yellow, Red and Light Blue Silk Stripes, trimmed with Bullion fringe. Size 7x40 inches. From R.-.W.-. C. T. McGlenachan. Case 1 3. 13 Royal Arch Apron, Royal Purple Velvet, with Bullion fringe and border. Embroidered in Gold, Blue and Red, with Emblems of the Royal Arch Degree, consisting of Columns supporting an Arch from which hangs a White, Red and Blue curtain draped, enclosing an Altar on which rests a Sheaf of Wheat supported on the right and left by flowing branches. On the right. Pot of Incense, Branch, Holy Bible and three Squares, on the left, Censor, Pick Axe, Crowbar and Spade crossed, the Tables of Stone and Key. On the flap. Radiant Delta enclosing cabalistic char- acters. Size 15x15 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 13. 14 Collar, Black Velvet, rosette and five-pointed Star at clasp, trimmed with Bullion fringe, bearing on the left side Square and Compasses, the Compasses with points beneath a quadrant, enclosing two Columns surmounted by Globes supporting an Arch, above which is a five-pointed Star. Between the Columns, Compass Dividers resting on a Square with points beneath a Quadrant, enclosing a Blazing Sun, with three steps beneath. On the right a Square. Size 4^^x38 inches.. Presented to Wor. George Skinner, by Ocean Lodge, No. 156, New York City, in 1850. From Wor. George Skinner. Case 13. 15 Plain White Lambskin Apron, worn at the Laying of the Corner Stone of the Masonic Hall, New York City, June 8th, 18?0. Size 12x15 inches. From Widow of R.'.W.'. Wm. Gurney. Case 13. 16 Royal Arch Apron, cream color Silk, hand painted in colors, bearing Em- blems of the Royal Arch Degree, consisting of an Arch resting on Columns entwined with garlands, on a platform approached by five steps, enclosing the Three Great Lights, Three Burning Candles, right and left Hands and open five-pointed Star enclosing letter "G" sus- pended from the Keystone. On the right. Anchor, Level, Sword point- ing to naked Heart, Signet, and Crescent Moon surrounded by seven five-pointed Stars. On the left. Trowel, Clasped Hands, Hour Glass, Altar, Hand grasping naked Sword, and Blazing Sun. On the flap. Radiant Delta above Clouds. Trimmed with Red Silk Ribbon. Size 19x19 inches. Worn by Bro. Charles Dix, of Mt. Vernon Chapter. From Bro. C F. Lusch. Case 13. to ^ inches. From Wor. Samuel Macauley. Case 23. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 63 Ancient Master Mason's Apron, White Leather, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement approached by three Steps, the Three Great Lights resting on an Altar draped in red, on the left, two Burning Candles in Candle- sticks, on the right, one, with right and left hands and Square and Compasses enclosing a five-pointed Star, above, between two Ionic Columns entwined with garlands of leaves. On the right of Columns, Ladder and Bee Hive, on the left, Plumb, Square and Level, crossed, entwined by a blue ribbon scroll, and Dagger pointing to naked Heart. Above, on the left. Blazing Sun, on the right. Crescent Moon surrounded by seven eight-pointed Radiant Stars. Below, Coffin, on which lays sprig of Acacia. On the flap. Radiant All-seeing Eye above Clouds. Shows traces of having been trimmed. Hand painted in colors. Latter part of 18th Century. Size 12x13% inches. Case 23. 64 Grand Lodge Apron, White Silk with wide blue silk border, blue silk pendants on each side from under the flap, with a blue silk rosette on each lower corner, and one on centre of flap. Size 15^x13^ inches. From Wor. John C. Hall. Case 23. 65 Royal Arch Apron, White Leather with wide red silk border and round flap. Size 15J^''xl3% inches. From Wor. John C. Hall. Case 23. 66 Master Mason's Apron, White Leather, shield shaped, with border of shirred pale blue silk ribbon, and without flap, the flap being outlined on the Apron by narrow shirred pale blue ribbon ; bearing Square and Compasses, with Blazing Sun on the left, Crescent Moon on the right, and five-pointed Star above, with Plumb on the left, and Level on the right. Embroidered in silver Bullion and spangles. Size 14j^xl3 inches. From Wor. John C. Hall. Case 23. 67 Apron, White Leather, plain, with leather strings. Size 13^x13^ inches. From Wor. John C. Hall. Case 23. These Aprons (Nos. 64, 65, 66 and 67) were worn by Col. John Cox, Grand Marshal of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, 1833. R.'.W.-. John Cox, was raised in Solomon's Lodge, No. 1, (now 46) Somer- ville, N. J., March 27th, 1817, and served as Junior Warden dur- ing 1823, and. as Master, 1824, 25 and 26, and was Sheriff of Somerset County, from 1829 to 1831. During the War of 1812, he enlisted as a private in the United States Army, from which he was retired with the rank of Lieutenant, and later served as Col- onel in the N. J. State Militia. He was born February 22d, 1790, and died at Centreville, N. J., October 17th, 1872. 68 Master Mason's Apron, White corded Silk, with blue velvet trimming and silver fringe, bearing on body of Apron, worked in colored silks and gold COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. tinsel, an Arch enclosing- an Arch resting on Columns and approached by seven steps, superimposed on a Heraldic Mantle surmounted by a Grown, with Plumb on the right, and Gauge on the left, below, between Columns "J" and "B" and Blazing Sun and Crescent Moon above. Trowel, Compasses and Lantern on the left, Rough Ashlar, Square and Mallet on the right, and sprig of Acacia, Stone Axe, Pick and Tears, below. On flap, five-pointed Star enclosing letter " G." Size 18x18 inches. From Crescent Lodge, No. 402. Case 23. 69 Miniature Apron, White Leather, plain. Shield shaped, with pointed fiap. Size 9x9 inches. Case 23 70 Apron, Linen, with red border, bearing between two Columns supporting an Arch, inverted Square and Compasses, with points of Compasses beneath the Square, the Columns, Arch and Square formed of narrow red, green, pink, white and black ribbons, and legend : " God our Guide is" with three Burning Candles below it. On the left, five-pointed Star, King, crowned, on pedestal, in his right, hand Sceptre, in his left, branches. Plumb, Coffin bearing Crossbones, Stone Hammer, Trowel, Circle, sprig of Acacia, Level, six-pointed Star and Blazing Sun with twelve points. On the right. Ladder, crossed Pens, crossed Swords, Magician's Rod, Key, Rdoster, and Crescent Moon surrounded by seven six-pointed Stars. Across the bottom, Ins.: "Hu Spence Lodge No. 704." On the flap. All-seeing Eye. Embroidered. Size 20/'^x22,'2 inches. From Bro. Hugh Spence. Case 23. This Apron was worn by Bro. Hugh Spence, in Robert de Bruce Lodge, No. 704, Scotland. 7 1 Flap of Apron, bearing between a Tuscan Column on the left and Corin- thian Column on the right, surmounted by a Rainbow with ends resting on Clouds, closed Book, two Crowns separated by naked Sword and Trowel, " M M " and " F B" separated by a Crown, and monogram " S T H A " and ornamentation of branches, bottom rounded. Stamped in gold on red leather. Size 14x7 inches. From Bro. Hugh Spence. Case 23. 72 Sash, Blue Silk, Ins.; "K. R. DE BRUCE LODGE AUCHTY." Size 3x36 inches. From Bro. Hugh Spence. Case 23. This Flap and Sash was worn by Bro. Walter F. Williams, Marshal of Robert De Bruce Lodge, No. 704, Scotland, at the Raising of George IV, King of England, February 6th, 1787, on which oc- casion the Lodge was specially convened for that purpose by the Grand Master, the Duke of Cumberland. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 73 Lambskin Apron, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement approached by three steps, an Altar on which rests the Three Great Lights, on the front, a five-pointed Star, surrounded by three Burning Candles, and three Columns "W. S. B." the Column of Beauty bearing, on its front a Trowel, surmounted by figures emblematic of Faith, Hope and Charity. On the left of Altar, Pot of Incense, on the right, Book of Constitutions guarded by Tyler's Sword. In field on left, a Corinthian Column bear- ing Stone Hammer and Gauge, and surmounted by Terrestrial Globe, and Rough Ashlar, Bee Hive, Ladder, Anchor, Ark, and Blazing Sun ; on the right Corinthian Column bearing Plumb, Square and Level, and surmounted by Celestial Globe, and Perfect Ashlar, 47th Problern of Euclid, Point within a Circle, Sword pointing to naked Heart, winged Hour Glass, Scythe, Crescent Moon and seven five-pointed Stars; below. Coffin, Spade, Setting Maul and sprig of Acacia. On flap, Radiant All- seeing Eye. Printed in colors. Size 12x14 inches. Case 24. 74 White Linen Apron, bearing Square and Compasses formed with narrow blue ribbon, blue silk border with large blue silk bows on each upper corner. Size 15x16 inches. From R.'.W.'. Bro. Lassiter. Case 24. Worn by Bro. William Lassiter during his membership in a Lodge at Williamsboro, N. C, in 1790. 75 Old Master Mason's Apron,, White Silk, with cream silk border, bearing Square and Compasses above three steps, formed with cream silk rib- bon, with rosette on the right and left, and a rosette on the flap. Size 13x13 inches. Case 24. 76 Grand Lodge Apron, worn in 1850, White Satin, two inch gold braid trimming around Apron. Centre of flap purple silk, with rounded cor- ners. Size 16x14 inches. Case 24. 77 Grand Lodge Collar, worn in 1850, of gilt braid, rosette at end of purple silk. Size 4x40 inches. Case 24- 78 Master's Apron, Lambskin with fleece, trimmed with gilt braid and black velvet. From under flap depends red ribbon, with Bullion fringe on each side. In centre of flap gold Star. Size 13x15 inches. From Wor. James Algeo. Case 24. 79 Collar, Black Velvet, trimmed with gold braid, with a gold five-pointed Star at lower angle. Size 4x42 inches. From Wor. James Algeo. Case 24. This Apron and Collar (Nos. 78 and 79) were worn by the officers of Atwood Lodge, U. D. ( St. John's Grand Lodge) now Gyrus Lodge, No. 204. COLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 80 Apron 14th Degree, A. A. S. R., White Leather, Shield shape with scar- let silk trimming, bearing a Scarlet Delta enclosing Hebrew characters in black, upon a gold field. On flap. Radiant All-seeing Eye. Hand painted. Size 17x15 inches. From Wor. C. C. Leeds. Case 24. This Apron was worn early in the 1 9th Century. 81 Knights Templar Prelate's Collar, Black watered Silk, with red Roman Cross at lower angle. Size 3x36 inches. Case 24. 82 White Silk Apron. This Apron has nad on it Square and Compasses, apparently of blue silk ribbon. - On the flap is a. double Delta forming a six-pointed Star formed with blue silk ribbon. Size 14x16 inches. Case 24. This Apron was worn early in the 1 9th Century and was presented in 1889, by Bro. Isaac H. Gibbs, then in his 90th year. 83 Ancient Master Mason's Apron, Shield shape, with double gilt band edged with blue, bearing Square and Compasses within a half wreath formed by two branches of Acacia. On the flap letter "G." Hand painted. Size 15x15 inches. From Bro. H. Robinson. Case 24. 84 Master Mason's Apron, White Leather, trimmed with black silk, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement, a Coffin, on its front. Skull and Crossbones, by its side, sprig of Acacia, between two Columns surmounted by Fruits and Flowers, connected by a Cable Tow from which is suspended Square and Compasses, one point of Compasses beneath the Square, enclosing a. Delta with Hebrew characters, and a five-pointed Star enclosing letter "G" within a circle, above. Hand painted. Size 14x12 inches. From William V. Marcet, through Wor. Louis J. Grosjean. Case 24. 85 Collar, plain black Silk, having three rosettes on side, metal Skull and Crossbones at clasp, a metal Dagger as a pendant. Size 3x50 inches. From his Grandson William V. Marcet, through Wor. Louis J. Grosjean. Case 24. This Apron and Collar (Nos. 84 and 85) was worn by Bro. Jean Gaspard Marcet, Grand Orient of Geneva, Switzerland, in 1791. Bro. Marcet came to this country with Gen. Lafayette, served in the Revolutionary War, returned to Switzerland, and later came back to America where he died. 86 Apron, 9th Degree, A. A. S. R. (Master Elect of Nine) Lodge of Perfec- tion, West Indies. White Silk, trimmed with blue, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement, a Coffin on the front of which is a Skull and Crossbones, by COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. its side a sprig of Acacia, between two Columns surmounted by Fruits- and Flowers. On the left of Columns, a Square, and an arm, the hand holding a bloody Head by the hair; on the right an arm, the hand hold- ing a Dagger. The whole enclosed in a knotted Gable Tow. Embroid- ered. Size 13x12 j^ inches. From Bro. Charles Sotheran. Case 24. 87 Cocked Hat, Brocaded Black Velvet, on the side rosette with Star in cen- tre and encircled by two rows of Bullion cord. Size 8 inches high by 16 inches long. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. 88 Duplicate of No. 87, with rosette with Bullion cord centre. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. These Hats were worn by the Master and Tiler of Albion Lodge, No. 26, New York City, early in the 19th Century. 89 Apron presented to M.-.W.'. Daniel D. Tompkins, in 1802, while Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New York, by the widow of his pred- ecessor. Whita Satin trimmed with gold Bullion braid and purple rib- bon strings, and bears on the flap Radiant All-seeing Eye, on the body pendant from a ribbon with trefoil knot, within a double circle, the outer one forming a wreath of leaves and Ins. above: " RICHMOND LODGE " below: "OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK," a red Radiant Delta ■ bearing Skull and Crossbones, with Compasses above, and Square below, supported on the left by a sprig of Acacia, and in the lower left' angle : "A - B" in the lower right: "I - F." Suspended from the circle by a ribbon with bow knot, crossed Pens. Under the flap Ins.: "Presented in 1802 to D. D. Tompkins, Secretary of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, by the Widow of his predecessor in that office." On the body of the Apron under the flap : " Presented in 1825 to James H. Ward Secretary of the Richmond Lodge by the Widow of Daniel D. Tompkins, as a tribute of gratitude for his attentions to her lamented husband." in four lines. Fastened under the strings at the corners are pieces of Evergreen. Hand painted. Size 17x17 inches. From Commonwealth Lodge, No. 409. Framed. In Grand Master's Room. This Apron was presented to R.'.W.'. Henry M. Fuller, the founder of Commonwealth Lodge, No. 409, by the Secretary of Richmond Lodge, and it graced the walls of Commonwealth Lodge for over forty years. GLASSWARE, POTTERY, Etc. GLASS F. Larg'e Earthenware Pitcher, 10 inches hig'h. Bears in front beneath the spout, enclosed in a wreath and surmounted by the All-seeing Eye, the principal emblems, with inscription on Mosaic Pavement : "HOLINESS TO THE LORD." On one side there are other emblems in an oblong formed by two Pillars, which are entwined by bands, the right one inscribed: "SIT LUX, ET LUX, FUIT," and the left " VIDE, AUDE, TAGE." These Pillars are surmounted by female figures emblematic of Faith and Charity, and surrounded with ornamental leaf work. Be- tween the Pillars, above, ie another female figure emblematic of Hope, seated upon books, and above clouds. Beneath this figure appears the All-seeing Eye, the three Great Lights and other emblems, and the words: "MEMENTO MORI." The Pillars are resting upon the Mosaic Pavement, upon which there are other emblems. On the other side some of the emblems are repeated, in connection with ap ornamental design of flowers and leaves. The figure of cupid is seated on one of the arms of a Level. Beneath this is the All-seeing Eye, with Rays, and in the centre the following inscription: "The World is in Pain Our Secrets to gain But Still let them wonder & gaze on For they ne'er can divine The WORD nor the SIGN Of a Free & an Accepted Mason.'' This Pitcher has been in the Grand Lodge archives for many years. Gase 2. Smaller Earthenware Pitcher, 9 j^ inches high, and of less diameter than No. I. Bears in front, beneath the spout, the Square and Compasses, one point being beneath the Square, with a ribbon or streamer flying from the apex of the Compasses, and between them the letter "G" surrounded by ornamental work. On the sides appear the same designs as on No. 1. This Pitcher was in the archives of Lily Lodge, No. 342, and tradition says it was used at the Masonic Banquet to Lafayette. From Lily Lodge, No. 342. Case 2. Earthenware Pitcher, 9 inches high, and about the same diamSter as No. 2. In front beneath the spout, appears the figure of a man, wearing a red coat, a light blue vest and white Apron, seated on a chair which rests on the Mosaic Pavement. In his right hand is a Square, and his left hand rests upon the 47th problem of Euclid. Around him are sundry COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTISUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. emblems, black in color, and above him the All-seeing Eye, with Rays of a yellow color. This is all contained in a double circle, and that again surrounded by an oval line, which contains above the circle some emblems, black in color, and beneath the circle a representation of the Sun, yellow in color, but with a dark ornamental background. On one side of the Pitcher is a design similar to the one described on the other two Pitchers, but the figures of Faith, Hope and Charity are different, and the emblems and ornamental work is colored in red, black, yellow and greenish blue. On the other side of Pitcher appear two Pillars entwined with flowers, and with an arch springing from the tops joined by a Keystone. Beneath the Keystone is the All-seeing Eye, with yel- low Rays. Below this and between the Pillars is the figure of a woman with a child in her arms and two children clinging to her. The clothes of these figures, as well as 'the Pillars, emblems and flames, are in colors (Jf red, blue, black and yellow. Beneath this whole design is the following inscription : " To Judge with candor, and to speak no wrong, The feeble to support, against the strong. To soothe the wretched and the poor to feed. Will cover many an idle foolish deed." This Pitcher is said to be over 110 years old. From Bro. G. W. Brouser.' Case 2. ' 4 Pair of Glazed China Punch Bowls, 4j^ inches high, and 1 1 j^ inches in diameter. They are identical in size and design, and bear the following emblems, which are in colors of blue, gold, red and green: on the inside, at the bottom in a circle, appear the two Columns resting on the Mosaic Pavement, with the Sun in the space between them. While around the interior circumference are representatives of the Sun, Moon, Stars, and a nondescript design of six upright Pillars or Columns arising from what appears to be intended for mountains. Upon the top of the circle is a representation of spear of wheat or grain. On the outer side is a border of blue and gold ornamentation about the rim, beneath which, around the outer circumference, appear the Holy Bible, Square and Compasses, with one leg beneath the Square ; two Bee Hives, the Level, Plumb and Trestle Board, a design of a four-legged table, a closed box. and Noah's Ark ( apparently ) resting on Mount Ararat, and having across it a saw and some other implement, and a design consisting of a carpenter's protractor, a species of Compasses or Gauge, and a nondescript imple- ment, all combined together. From Columbian Commandery, No. 1, K. T. Case 2. 6 Glass Decanter, 9 inches high, '5)4, inches in diameter at base. On one side is cut Square and Compasses, both sides below the Square. On the other side is cut "J. S. C." and " 447 " with leaves at side thereof. This Decanter is the remnant of a wine set made for the father of Bro. Cummings, in 1818.. The number " 447" is that of his Lodge, and the initials " J. S. C." are his own. From Bro. Charles Cummings. Case 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 7 Glazed Earthenware Mug, 4^4 inches high, 3 inches in diameter. Very- elaborate and finely executed design, coat of arms, three castles, sur- mounted by crest: an arm with hand holding a Trowel, all surrounded by ornamental scroll work, inscribed above the arms : "AMOR, HON- OR, ET JUSTITIA." telow: "SITLUXETLUXFUIT," Ononeside of the crest the Sun, on the other the Moon and Stars. Beneath the letter " G" within an ornament. The arms rest upon the Mosaic Pave- ment upon which are the three Candlesticks and other emblems. The Mosaic Pavement is elevated three steps above the ground, upon the latter being scattered other emblems. On one side of all these the figures of three men dressed in costumes of the eighteenth century, and all wearing Masonic Aprons. One wears a cocked hat and has sus- pended from his neck a Square, and the others, who are bareheaded, have the Level and Plumb similarly suspended. This Mug was formerly the property of Rhoda Harden, of Bridge- water, Mass., and belonged originally to her father whose surname was Fuller. Rhoda Harden died in October, 1892, aged 91 years. From her Neice, Mrs. James H. Whitney. Case 2. 8 Blue Glazed Earthenware Plate, 10 inches in diameter. Bears at the bottom a picture of Freemason's Tavern and former office of the Grand Secretary, London, and around the side the Square and Compasses, Level, Plumb, Trowel and Sword, with ornamental designs. At one time this was in use by the Grand Lodge of England. From Wor. James A. Wood. Case 2. 9 Colored Glass Decanter, with handle, 8% inches high. On one side, in ornamental work, gilt, the name: "JOHN A. WILLIAMS." On the on the other side in gilt, a Column surmounted by a man's figure, seated, above which is a shoe or slipper. On one side of the Column is the figures "7y^," on the other the figures "S%." Beneath the Column are some emblems, too much obliterated to be legible. From R.-.W.-. John A. Williams. Case 2. 1 Glass 8 oz. Bottle, 7 inches high, within which is contained certain of the Masonic emblems, such as the Three Lights, Jacob's Ladder, etc., all curiously carved in wood, and filling the interior of the bottle. From Mrs. Marvin H. Conklin. Case 2. 11 Marble Tablet, 20^ inches long, 12 inches wide and ^ inch thick. Etched upon its surface are the following emblems : A design repre- senting the Seal of Solomon, or double interlaced Triangle, with the Delta in centre, the whole being surrounded by a broad circle; 47th problem of Euclid, three Great Lights, Square, Level and Plumb. Se- cret Vault, with monogram "H. T." Also date "A. L. 5770." Alarge monogram "G. B." The name "ROBERT CHAMBERS," followed by, in Hebrew, the word "GIBLIM," and " H. T." in a monogram, the 47th problem of Euclid. Beneath is the Greek word: " ETPHKAMEN." COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. At the top of the Tablet in an ornamental background typical of flames or clouds, appears the name " JEHOVAH" in Hebrew characters. From Bro. Isaac H. Gibbs. Case 2. This Tablet was in the attic of the house adjoining the Old Sugar House, on Liberty Street, New York City. It came into the pos- . session of Bro. Isaac H. Gibbs, about the year 1840, and was pre- sented by him to Grand Lodge, about the year 1868. 12 Blue and White China Plate, 9 inches in diameter, with scalloped edges- Ornamental work around edges, and in centre a coat of arms: crest a Dove; beneath is the motto, on ribbon : "EXITUS ACTA PROBAT." Above the coat of arms are the words : " GRAND LODGE OF PENN- SYLVANIA, F. & A. M." On one side the date : "A. L. 5752," on the other side the date : "A. L. 5902," and beneath the words: "SES- QUI-CENTENNIAL OF WASHINGTON'S INITIATION AS A FREE- MASON." From Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Case 2. 13 Plate. Souvenir Semi-centennial Anniversary of Northern Lodge, No. 25, Newark, N. J., bearing a wreath open at the top and starting from th3 sides of an ornate broad Shield, Ins.: " 1853." on left, and "1903 " on right, above: "NORTHERN LODGE No. XXV F. & A. M. New- ark, N. J., U. S. A." in three lines, within a dentated border, enclosing •on a Platform approached by three steps, on the second of which rests recumbent, two Sphinx facing, and legend: " AUDE - VIDE - TAGE -" on the front, on the left, a Doric Column surmounted by Blazing Sun, and bearing on front. Try Square, Compasses and Charter. On the right, Ionic Column surmounted by Crescent Moon and bearing Plumb, Square and Level. In centre, Corinthian Column surmounted by Delta enclosing " God " with Radiant All-seeing Eye above, on the front. Hour Glass above a circle enclosing Square and Compasses, the points of the Compasses resting on a Quadrant. On the Chapiter a human face, breathing, and forming clouds enclosing on the left: " E," on the right : "W." In the background Mountains and Volcano with clouds above. Between the Columns on the left. Radiant five-pointed Star enclosing "G," on the right, Globe Celestial. On the bottom of Plate names of Officers of Lodge for 1903. Round. Dark blue on white ground. Size 9J4 inches. From R.-.W.-. Henry M. Doremus. Case 2. 14 Mug. Souvenir of Columbia Chapter, No. 91, R. A. M., Philadelphia, Pa. Bearing on front fiTure of Columbia facing front, with arms raised, in her right hand a Globe, in her left a Staff, standing beneath an Arch with Keystone bearing within a double circle, Ins.: "HTWSSTK S " enclosing monogram of Chapter, supported by two Corinthian Col- umns, Ins. above: "COLUMBIA ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER No. 91" in two curved lines; below: "1904;" on the left within ornamental scrolls? " CONSTITUTED " above a Delta enclosing a triple Tau, within a circle; on the right: "SEPT. A. D. 1,822 A.I. 2352" in two lines COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. above a Cross, Pick and Spade crossed, within a circle. On back. Seal of Chapter, consisting of a. Platform approached by seven steps, on which rests two Columns supporting a triple Arch, the centre Arch sur- mounted by a Crown, the one on the right without Keystone, on which is superimposed a Delta Ins.: "HOLINESS TO THE LORD" enclos- ing letter "G" within interlaced Deltas forming six-pointed Star; on the left Mallet and Chisel crossed; on the right. Ark of the Covenant surmounted by Pot of Incense; above on left. Radiant All-seeing Eye, on right, Blazing Sun; within a double beaded circle, Ins. above extend- ing two-thirds around : "COLUMBIA H ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER No. 91," below: "* Philadelphia. * " Color, dark red top and bottom, to cream in centre, narrow gold stripe on top. Size, top 1>]X inches, bottom 4j^ inches, heighth 5 inches. From Bro. George P. Rupp. Case 2. 15 Plate. Souvenir of Melita Chapter, No. 284, R. A. M., Philadelphia, Pa. Ins. within a gilt Fleur dc Lis border, above: "Melita R. A. Chapter No. 284, " in gilt old English text, below: " 1 904." White China with deep red border ornamented with gilt Fleur de Lis and foliated gilt edge. Size 7/a inches. From Bro. George P. Rupp. Case 2. 16 Plate. Souvenir of the 35th Anniversary of Stephen Girard Lodge, No. 450, Philadelphia, Pa. Bearing Square and Compasses enclosing "450." Ins. above: "35th Anniversary" ina curved line, below: "Stephen Girard Lodge 1869 - 1904 F. & A. M." in four lines, the last line curved, all in gilt old English text. White China with blue and gold border. Size %\ inches. From Bro. George P. Rupp. Case 2. 17 Plate. Souvenir c." Williamson Lodge, No. 369, Philadelphia, Pa. Bear- ing Bust of P.'. G.'. M.". Peter Williamson, facing quarter left, within a roped circle and Ins. below in small letters: "Peter Williamson R. W- G. M. 1856-57" in two lines, Ins. above : "Williamson Lodge" in old English text, below: "No. 369 F. & A. M. PHILADELPHIA PENNA." in curved lines ; enclosed by a wreath separated at centre by labels, Ins. on left: " A L 5856," on right: " A L 5903." Surrounded by or- namental flower border divided into four. segments by Square and Com- passes with one point of the Compasses beneath the Square. On back of Plate Ins.: "OFFICERS FOR A. D. 1903, A. L. 5903. W. M. JAMES JARDEN, Jr. S. W. GEORGE H. HOFFMAN. J. W. WIL- LIAM HORN. TREAS. HENRY KENGOTT. SECTY. WILLIAM BLINKHORN. REP. TO R. W. G. L. HERBERT P. JOHN. TRUST- EES ALBERT J. BROWN, LELAN BATES. JAMES G. HEATH." in ten lines, the first line curved. Above two curved branches with stems crossed in centre. Blue on white China, gilt foliated border Size 9,^B inches. From Bro. George P. Rupp. Case 2. The date of Constitution of Williamson Lodge, No. 369, on this Plate (5856) is an error (of the maker) Williamson Lodge was constitu- ted July 3d, 1866. CHARTERS, DISPENSATIONS, CERTIFICATES, Etc. GLA.SS G. 1 Warrant to constitute a Lodge in Albany, N. Y. Granted by George Harison, Provincial Grand Master, to Peter Middleton, M. D. Dated August 6th, 1?55 A. L. 5755. Reads as follows, viz.: "To all and every our Right Worshipful, Worshipful, and Loving Brethren * * WE GEORGE HARISON of the City of New York in the Province of New York in America Provincial GRAND MASTER * * of the An- cient and Honourable Society of Free and Accepted Masons send Greeting. Know Ye that we of the great faith & confidence reposed in our Worthy and well beloved Brother Peter Middleton M D. and Surgeon General of the Army destined for the reduction of Crown-point do hereby Consti- tute and appoint him Master for the City & County of ALBANY in the Province of New York in America, with full Power and Authority, in Masons and Constitute a Regular Lodge in the said City and County aforesaid as to him shall seem Good. And also to do all and every and Things appertaining to the said Office, as usually have been, and ought to be done, and Exe- cuted by other our Masters, he our said 4^ Master especial Care that all and every of the Members of his Lodge have been regularly made Masons, and that they do discharge perform and keep all and every the Rules Orders and Regulations contained in the Book of Constitutions (Except such as have been, or may be repealed, at any Quarterly Communication or other General together with all such other Rules, Orders, Regulations and Instructions, as shall from time to time be transmitted by us or William Pearlree Wei Esquire our Deputy Grand Master for this City & Province, or by any of our Successors, Provincial Grand Masters, or his Deputy for the time being And We do hereby Will and Require you our said Master to cause four quarterly Communications to be held Yearly, one whereof to be upon the feast day of Saint John the Baptist as conveniently may be, and that you promote on those and all other Occasions, whatever may be for the Honour of Masoni-y> and the Benefit of the Grand Charity, and that you send unto us or to our successors Grand Masters (as often as may be) an Account in writ- ing of the Proceedings of your Lodge, and when and where held, with a List of the Members thereof, and Copies of such Rules Orders & Regulations as shall be made for the good Government of the Same, with whatever else you shall do by Virtue of these Presents. And that you Remit (out of the first Money you shall Receive for Initiation Foes ) to the Treasurer of the Society for the time being at New York, Three COU.EGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. pounds three Shilling's Sterling to be by him Renriitted to the Treasurer of the Grand Lodge at London (being the Fee due for Constituting your Lodge) for the use of the Grand Treasury and other Necessary Purposes. Given at New York under our hand and Seal of Masonry this Sixth day of August A. D. 1755 A. L. 5755. (sgd.) Hugh Gaine, P. G. Secry. (sgd. ) George Harison P. G. M." Remnants of red wax seal in upper left corner, on green ribbon, inter- laced. Engrossed on Parchment, Size ej^xlS,',! inches. It is endorsed on the back : " Deputation for a Lodge in Albany. 5755." Case 6. (The Stars represent ornamental designs in the document. The blank spaces denote that words are illegible, and occur generally at the end of the lines in the original. ) George Harison acted as Provincial Grand Master of New York for 18 years, from the time of his appointment in 1753 to the installa- tion of his successor, Sir John Johnson, in 1771. During his term he issued warrants to at least eleven Lodges, and five others in the City of New York are said to have been constituted by him. Among the Lodges which he constituted were Mount Vernon (Union) No. 3 and Masters No. S, both in Albany ; both at dates subsequent to that of the present document. Dr. Peter Middleton was a disting- uished physician of the time. He was appointed Deputy Grand Master from New York City, by Sir John Johnson, in 1771. (See No 2.) These two documents have since remained in his family. 2 Commission as Deputy Grand Master, New York, 1771. Issued by Sir John Johnson, Provincial Grand Master, to Dr. Peter Middleton. Dated October 24th, 1777. Reads as follows, viz.: "S.'; JOHN JOHNSON Kn t Grand Master of the most ancient and honorable Society of Free and Accepted Masons in the Province of New York. To all and every our Right Worshipful Worshipful and loving Brethren sends Greeting. Know Ye that we of the great Trust and Confidence reposed in our Right Worshipful and well beloved H^ ;;; :H * H^ :f: Brother Peter Middleton Esquire Physician in the City of New York, DO hereby constitute and appoint him the said Peter Middleton our Deputy Grand Master of the Province aforesaid, with full Power and Authority in due form to make Masons, and institute and regulate Lodges as Occasion may require. And also to do and execute all and every such Acts and Things appertaining to the said Office as usually have been and ought to be done and executed by other Deputy Grand Masters . He the said Peter Middleton taking special care that all and every the Members of every Lodge he shall constitute have been regu- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE QF NEW YORK. larly made Masons , and that they do observe, perform and keep all and every the Rules, Orders and Regulations contained in the Book of Con- stitutions ( Except such as have been or may be repealed at any quar- terly Communication or other General Meeting) together ^-'^o ^jth all such Rules Orders Regulations and Instructions as shall from Time to Time be transmitted by me, or by the Gran d Master of England , or by his Deputy for the Time being. And we hereby will and require you said Deputy Grand Mast er to hold four Quarterly Communications yearly, One whereof to be upon or as near to the Feast Day of Saint John the Baptist as conveniently may be. And that you promote on those and all other Occasions whatever may be for the Honour and Ad- vantage of Masonry and the Benefit of the Grand Charity. And that you yearly send to us an Account in Writing of the proceedings therein, and also of what Lodges you constitute, and when and where held with a List of the Members thereof and copies of such Rules, Orders and Regulations as shall be made for the good Government of the same with what else you shall do by Virtue of these Presents. And that at the same Time you remit to us, or to the Treasurer of the Society for the Ti.-ne being at London Three pounds three Shillings Sterling for every Lodge you shall institute for the use of the Grand Charity and other necessary purposes. Given at New York under our Hand and Seal of Masonry this 24th. day of October A. L. 5771. (sgd.) John Johnson" > Heavy red wax seal in upper left corner attached by red ribbon, inter- laced. A border of red ink parallel lines surrounds the text, and the principal words are underscored in red ink. Handsomely engrossed in Old English Text on Parchment. SizeJ5)^x203^ inches. Case 6. Sir John Johnson was appointed Provincial Grand Master of New York in the year 1767, but was not installed in office until 1771. He does not seem to have been very active, most of the duties of his office having been performed by his Deputy, Dr. Middleton. The latter granted a warrant to Military Union (American Union ) Lodge, in April 1776. Shortly after this the British Army entered the City of New York, and the Provincial Grand Lodge of New York appears to have ceased to exist. The Lodge so chartered was the ■first Lodge organized in the Continental Army, having received its warrant, by the name of American Union, February' 15th, 1776, from John Rowe, the English Provincial Grand Master at Boston. 3 Commission from Francis Rawdon Hastings, Earl of Moira, Baron Raw- don, &c., &c., &c.. Acting Grand Master, appointing William Earle Bul- wer. Provincial Grand Master of and for the County of Norfolk and City of Norwich. It is dated February 5th, A. L. 5801 A D. 1801, and is signed " By the Grand Master's Command P. Barker D. G. M. Witness Wm, Wise, G. S." The seal of the Grand Lodge of England is impressed on plain white paper on a dark blue square, in the upper left corner ; COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. above being the signature " Moira." Engraved on Parchment. Size 25^x19 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. 4 Charter of Morton Lodge, No. 7S, Bedford, Westchester Co., N. Y. Granted Deer. 7th, 1798, naming David Olmstead, as Master; Ebene- zer Lockwood, Junior, as Senior Warden, and Jeremiah Lounsberry, as Junior Warden. It is signed by Jacob Morton, D. Grand Master, and Martin Hoffman. J. Grand Warden, above the body of the instrument, ■ and by John Abrams, Grand Secretary, at the bottom. It is not signed by the Grand Master, or by the Senior Grand Warden. The Seal of the Grand Lodge of New York is impressed in wax, contained in a tin box attached to the lower left corner by a blue ribbon. Parchment, oblong. Size 14x103^ inches. Case 6. 5 Proxy of Wor. John G. Tardy, from Chosen Friends Lodge of Demarara, W. I. It reads : "At a meeting of "The Chosen Friends of Demarary " held at their Lodge Room the 28th day of February 1802. On motion, Resolved, that our Worshipful. Brother John G. Tardy be admitted an honorary member of this Lodge and is hereby appointed proxy to represent this Lodge in the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, and fully empow- ered to act in our behalf in all the transactions of the Grand Lodge as effectually as if we ourselves were personally present. All which we have caused to be certified by our Master and Wardens, and the Seal of our Lodge to be affixed. A. Cart Jr Master Jno. Brooks S. W. Henry B. Gall J. W." With Seal, consisting of a double beaded circle inscribed : " LODGE OF CHOSEN FRIENDS in Demarary ;" enclosing a Radiant five- pointed Star bearing two wings with tips crossed, impressed in red wax. Paper. Size 7x9 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. Wor. John G. Tardy was a Past Master of L' Union Francaise Lodge, No. 71, (now No. 17) and was Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of New York, in 1822-23. He received the 33° A. A. S. R. and was appointed Deputy Sovereign Grand Inspector General for Penn- sylvania, October 14th, 1807. As such he issued in 1808, the Certificate of the 32° to Bro. Richard Riker, contained in this col- lection, (See No. 39 G.) 6 Charter of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 1 35, Springfield, Otsego Co., New York. Granted March 5th, 1806, naming Alexander Sprague, as Master: Anson Green, as Senior Warden, and Joseph McGee, as Junior Warden. To be known by " the Name or Stile of The Rising Sun Lodge No. 135." It is signed, above the body of the instrument, by Jacob Morton, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. GRAND MASTER; Martin Hoffman, D. GRAND MASTER; Gad- wallader D. Golden, S. GRAND WARDEN, and at the bottom by John Wells, GRAND SECRETARY. It is not signed by the Junior Grand Warden. The Seal is missing. Engraved on heavy parchment. Size l2XxlS'/i inches. (See No. ? H and No. 20 J.) From Evergreen Lodge, No. 363. Case 6. I The Rising Sun Lodge is extinct ? Charter of Rainbow Lodge, No. 206, at Chateaugay, Franklin Co., New- York. Granted March 18th, 1812, naming David Taylor, as Master; Joseph Ormsbee, as Senior Warden, and Gates Hoit, as Junior Warden. To be known by " the Name or Stile of Rainbow Lodge No. 206." It is signed, above the body of the instrument, by De Witt Clinton, GRAND MASTER ; Martin Hoffman, D. GRAND MASTER ; Cadwallader D. Golden, S. GRAND WARDEN; P. S. Van Rensslaer, J. GRAND WARDEN, and at the bottom, by John Wells, GRAND SECRETARY. The Seal of the Grand Lodge of New York is impressed on wax, con- tained in a tin box, attached to left corner by parchment slips inserted through cuts ; impression illegible. Engraved on heavy parchment. Size 105^x13^2 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. Rainbow Lodge is now extinct, 8 Petition for a Charter for a Lodge in Mexico, York Rite, to be called "Rosa Mexicana." It is dated Mexico, September 26th, 1825, and bears eight signatures. It is very handsomely written, in two parallel columns, one in English and the other in Spanish, with the letters "A. L. G. D. G. A. D. U." in large script above. While it contains nothing to indicate the Grand Lodge to which the petition was addressed, the presumption is, it was to the Grand Lodge of Mexico. Written on very heavy paper. Size 19x23;^ inches. (See No. 9 G. ) From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. 9 Petition for a Warrant for a Lodge to be known as " Federalista Lodge " dated Mexico, October 3rd, 1825. It is inscribed above : " A.-.L.-. G.'. D.'. G.-. A.-. D.-. U.-." The Petition is in English and Spanish in paral- lel columns, and recommends Jose Ignaoio Estevo. to be first Master ; Felix Maria Aburto, Senior Warden ; Antonio Jose Valdes, Junior War- den, and is signed by Felix Meo Aburto, P. M., Juan Negomo, M. M., Jose N. Feller, M. M.', Jose Maria Genet, R.'. A.-, with four other signa- tures, and bears the following endorsements : "for the W. M. now ab- sent, Alexander Yhary ; Alexandre Yhary Sec " and : "The W G M is at present at Vera Cruz J. R. Poinsett." Below the body of the Petition "Jose Ignacio Etero is Secretary of the Treasury." Written on heavy white paper with a black two hne border. Size 19x23/^ inches. (See No. 8G.) From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. These Petitions (Nos. 8 and 9) were presented to the (Country) COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Grand Lodge, State of New York, recommended by R.".W.'. Joel R. Poinsett. P. G. M. of South Carolina, (at that time U. S. Minister to Mexico) and Charters were granted by that Grand Lodge, Feb- ruary 1 0th, 1826. 10 Dispensation of Naval Lodge, ■' in the Town of Brooklyn, in the County of Kings, in the State of New York." Granted April 17th, 1826, naming Ethan Estabrook, as Master; Samuel Hart, as Senior Warden, and Stephen Ball as Junior Warden. It is dated at the City of New York, and signed by Martin Hoffman, Grand Master, and E. Hicks, Grand Secretary. The private seal of the Grand Master is affixed in red wax to the upper left corner. Written on a double sheet of heavy paper. Size 10x1 6 ■■< inches. From Naval Lodge, No. 69. ' Case 6. Naval Lodge is now situated in the Borough of Manhattan, New York City. 1 1 Charter of Albion Lodge, No. 472, at Portland, Chataqua Co., New York Granted by the (Country) Grand Lodge, June 10th, 1826, naming Cail- ton Jones, as Master ; J. R. Babcock, as Senior Warden, and Aaron Ramsey, as Junior Warden. It is signed, above the body of the instru- ment, by Stephen Van Rensslaer, Grand Master ; John Brush, Dep. G. Master ; E. S. Cozier, Sen. G. Warden ; E. T. Foote, Jun. G. Warden, and at the bottom, by Eb. Wadsworth, Grand Secretary. On the left of the signatures at the top is a Cannon supported by Standards ; against the wheel rests an American Shield ; on the left of the Shield a Drum, and on the right a Mortar ; upon the Cannon is perched an Eagle ; on the right of the signatures is the Coat of Arms of the State of New York. The sides are embordered by Corinthian Columns entwined with ropes of flowers ; on the base allegorical female figures. The Columns support an Arch emblazoned with allegorical figures ; on the Keystone is the figure of Time. Under the Arch is a Radiant All-seeing Eye, nearly surrounded by clouds, with legend : " SIT LEX ET LUX FUIT." At the bottom are scenes representing Winter, Summer and Autumn. The seal in the lower left corner is impressed on wax covered by four paper disks with serrated edges ; is a close copy of the Seal of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, and is attached by a narrow blue ribbon passing through the document and tied at the back. Parch- ment. Printed in black by ''Packard & Van Benthuysen, Printers, sign of Franklin's Head, 435 South Market Street, Albany." Size 17x23 inches. From R.' W.". George E. Tiffany. Case 19. This Charter was granted by the " Country Grand Lodge," formed after the first schism in the Grand Lodge of New York, which con- tinued from 1823 to 1827. It was found in the garret of Forest Lodge, No. 166. Fredonia, N. Y. 12 Charter of United Brethren Lodge, No. 487, in the Town of Rusti, Chat- auqua Co., New York. Granted by the (Country) Grand Lodge, June COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 10th, 1826, at the City of New York, naming rferman Bush, as JVIaster; Nathan Whitney, as Senior Warden, and John Frank, as Junior Warden. It is signed by the same Gfand Lodge Officers as in the Charter of Albion Lodge, previously described ( No. 8 G) and ^s identical therewith in design and essential details. ''Registered in the Book of the Grand Lodge, page 487." Same seal, and printed by same printers. Printed in black on Parchment. Size 16Jix21% inches. Case 19. 13 Charter of Munn Lodge, No. S, at New York City. Granted by St. John's Grand Lodge, and dated at the City of New York, April 1st, 1840 ; naming William F. Piatt, as Master; Gad Hitchcock, as Senior Warden; M. L. Osborne, as Junior Warden. It is signed, above the body of the instrument, by H. Marsh, GRAND MASTER ; Henry C. Atwood, D GRAND MASTER ; John Bennet, S. GRAND WARDEN ; Thos. R Walworth, J. GRAND WARDEN, and at the bottom by Charles F. Lineback, GRAND SECRETARY. There are two seals, similar, one being affixed to the document, and the other attached by a blue ribbon inserted on the left side. Red paper, impression in centre a female'fig- ure seated on clouds, one child at her knee, and two in her arms ; be- neath her. Star, Phoenix in flames. Square and Compasses ; encircled by legend : " St. John's Grand Lodge State of New York." Engraved on Parchment. Size 14x21 inches. From Munn Lodge, No. 190. Case 6. 14 Dispensation from St. John's Grand Lodge, in 184?, permitting candidates to be Initiated, Passed and Raised at one and the same communication. It is all in the same handwriting, and reads as follows, viz.: " To the Worshipful D. T. Wilson Master of Armour Lodge No. 8 under the Jurisdiction of St. Johns Grand Lodge. Know all Masons That By Authority Vested in me, by Virtue of the office of D. G. Master of St. Johns G. Lodge, and in accordance with the resolution of the G. Lodge past in November A. L. 5841, That in any Cases of Emergency, by and with the unanimous consent and approbation of the members of your Lodge, you can receive. Initiate, Pass, and raise, one or more cand- idates at one and the same meeting; and by so doing this shall be Your Warrant. Given under my hand and private seal this 15th day of March A. L. 584r. Henry C. Atwood (Seal) D. G. Master." Written on a double sheet of letter paper. Size 7>^xl2J^ inches. Case 6. 15 Charter of Phoenix Lodge, No. 9, at New York City. Granted by St. Johns Grand Lodge, and dated at the City of New York December Sth, 1854 ; naming Charles W. Willetts, as Master ; George L. Osborn, as Senior Warden; Abraham StoothofT, as Junior Warden. It is signed, above the body of the instrument, by Henry C. Atwood, Grand Master; COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. R. S. Van Tassel, D. Grand Master; Andrew J. Fisher, S. Grand "War- den; Charles W. Atwcod, J. Grand Warden, and below on the right by Charles W. Willets, Grand Secretary. Registered in the Book of the Grand Lodge Vol 1 page 97. The seal is impressed in red wax covered by blue paper, attached to a blue ribbon interlaced in openings in the certificate: within a beaded circle a female figure floating on clouds and holding a child ; beneath a Blazing Sun with five-pointed Star on the left. Square and Compasses on the right, nearly surrounded by legend: "ST. JOHN'S GRAND LODGE STATE OF NEW YORK." Engraved on Parchment. Oblong. Size 19x15% inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 6. The Grand" Lodge granting this Charter was the second St. John's Grand Lodge, and was organized by those who were dissatisfied with the election of M.'.W.'. Reuben H. Walworth; but from lack of recognition and support, it shortly passed out of existence. 16 Dispensation to organize Eureka Lodge, granted by the NEGRO Grand Lodge in the State of New York, dated August 25th, 1875, and naming Jacob Hutchings, as Master; Alfred Miles, as Senior Warden, and George Washington, as Junior Warden. It is signed by John Chase, Grand Master, and Wm. A. Tolbert, R.'.W.'. Grand Secretary. On the left side of the document is a column ornamented with the branch of a grapervine having leaves and bunches of grapes; surmounted by a Globe Terrestrial; on the base a Gauge and Stone Hammer' crossed. On the right side is a Column ornamented as the other, surmounted by a Globe Celestial, and on the base. Plumb, Square and Level crossed. Above, in old English text, appears : " To all whom it may concern," and below this on a ribbon scroll: "Dispensation." The seal is blue paper, serrated edge, and bears two Columns surmounted by Globes, on a Mosaic Pavement, with Radiant All-seeing Eye between; on the left. Blazing Sun, on the right, Square and Compasses, with right point be- neath the Square. Ins. above : " GRAND LODGE FOR THE STATE OF NEW YORK;" below: " INSTD OGTR 1st, 1849." Written on paper of a brownish tint. Size 1 9x25 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 18. 1 7 Charter of Downshire Lodge, No. 1 2, to be located in the City of New York, granted by the Negro Grand Lodge in the State of New York, January 24th, A. D. 1870, A. L. 5870; naming Abraham Levy, as Master; Dramin Jones, as Senior Warden, and Abraham Neifield, as Junior Warden. It is signed by Wm. H. Anthony, Grand Master, Act- ing; Henry H. Matthews, Deputy G. M. Acting; Wm. A. Elston, Senior G. Warden; James E. Stokes, Junior G. Warden, Acting, and John R. Porter, Grand Secretary. Red paper seal attached by a blue ribbon, bearing Ark of Covenant supported by Cherubim, and the in- scription : "Grand Lodge of the State of New York." At the top of the document is Square and Compasses enclosing letter "G." Written on Parchment. Size 23>^x27 inches. Case 18. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 18 ■ Master Mason's Certificate, Virginia, 1781. Reads as follows, viz.: "We the Worshipfull Master and Wardens of the Lodge St. Andrews N? 197 Holding of the Grand of Scotland, and Held in the 80**1 ' Reg t. of foot Now Lying in Portsmouth Virginia — Do hereby Certify that the bearer hereof Joseph Watkins has been duly Entered, passed, Raised to that Sublime degree of Master Mason, and do recommend him as such to all Lodges and Brethern, Wheresoever dispersed round the Globe,, he having always behaved himself as becometh a Brother during his Con- tinuing with us. Given under Our hands & Seal of the Lodge at Ports- mouth Virginia this twenty ninth day of May seventeen hundred and Eighty one & Year of Masonry 5781. Henry Grem M. Arch ^ Bemar Thomas Crafts S. W. PastM^. W. Ridney J. W." Seal wax in large tin box attached by blue ribbon inserted in cuts. Im- pression : Pillars rising from Pavement, Altar, Moon, Stars, etc.; en- closed by an inscription which is indecipherable. On Parchment. Size 5?ix7j^ inches. From Bro. Eugene Brown. Case 7. 19 Fellow Craft Certificate, Massachusetts, 1782. Reads as follows, viz.: "And the Darkness comprehended it not In the East a place of Light where reigns Silence & Peace We the Master, Wardens, and Secretary of Saint Andrew's Lodge held in the Town of Boston and State of Massachusetts, Do Certify that the bearer hereof, our worthy Brother Abraham Jacobs has been regularly initiated in to the Second Degree of Masonry. As such He has been received by us and being a true and faithfull Brother is hereby recom- mended to the favor and protection of all Free and Accepted Masons wheresoever dispersed. In Witness whereof we have caused the Seal of our said Lodge to be hereunto affixed, this Twenty second day of July 1782, and of Masonry 5742. Paul Revere M. Robert McElroy S. W. N. Willis J. W. Ben Coosz D. G E Secy" The certificate is embordered by two Columns resting on a platform approached by two steps supported by stone work, with an Arch under which, and above the body of the certificate, is an All-seeing Eye sur- mounted by a half Gloria enclosing Hebrew characters, above a six- pointed Star formed by two Deltas enclosing Hebrew characters ; on the left Blazing Sun bearing a full face ; on the right a Moon ; below seven five-pointed Stars. The Column on the left is inscribed: "We have caused the Bearer to affix his Form In the opposite Column ;" the Column on the right bears the signature " Abraham Jacobs." On the left outside the Column is a Mallet, Rough Ashlar, Key, wide circle bearing six smaller circles, Plumb and Gavel. On the right Sprig of COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Acacia, Trowel, a circle similar to the one on the left, and Square and Compasses, the right point of the Compasses beneath the Square. The Seal of the Lodge impressed in wax covered with white paper, is affixed in the upper left corner, and consists of a beaded circle enclos- ing a Shield quartered bearing three Castles separated by a Square, supported by two bears rampant, with the legend beneath on a ribbon "FOLLOW REASON," surrounded by inscription: "SEAL OF Sj ANDREWS LODGE BOSTON. N. E." Engrossed on Parchment. Size 12'4xl4>^ inches. The signature of the Worshipful Master is that' of the celebrated Paul Revere, of the War of Independence. From Bro. A. Barnet. Case Z. The dates are as given in the original. Brother Jacobs, the bearer, was subsequently raised to the degree of Master Mason at Charleston, S. C. in Lodge No. 1, under the Juris- diction of the Athol Grand Lodge of England. (Ancients) He also received the Degree of Knight cif the Sun, at Jamaica, W. L, in 1790, and the 32d Degree of the A. &A.S.R. from John G. Tardy, at Charleston, S. C. He was Worshipful Master of Forsyth Lodge, of Augusta, Georgia, from June 24th, 1799 to June 24th, 1800. About the year 1803 he removed to New York, and there took an active part in the establishment of the Scottish Rite bodies. (See the Certificate of Master Mason granted to Brother Jacobs by York Lodge, No. 367, of New York, No. 67 G.) 20 Master Mason's Certificate. Nova Scotia, 1785. Reads as follows, viz.: "Solomons Lodge No. 5. And The Darkness Comprehendeth It Not. In the East a Place of Light where reign Silence and peace We the Master Wardens and Secretary of Solomon Lodge No.- S, Under the regester of the provential Grand of Noviscotia Do Hereby Certify that the Bearer hereof our Trusty and Well beloved Brother James Spink is a regular regestered Master Mason and having Behaved himself as becometh the Fraternity During His Residence Amongst us as Such we recommend him to all Worthy Brothers Wheresoever Dis- persed throughout the Globe. Given under our Hands and Seal of our Lodge this 22d Day of July 1785 and In Masonry 5785. James Taylor Master Michael Gordon Sr ■,„ , Wardens Hugh Hay Walter Dunn Secy . Jun T. Warden " The names of the Master and Wardens are contained in a frame of ruled lines. The seal is missing : blue ribbon for same inserted in lower left margin. Written on heavy Parchment. Size 6x8 >^ inches. From Wor. Thomas Forsyth. Case 7. 21 Royal Arch Certificate. Nova Scotia, 1785. Reads as follows, viz.: "And the Light Shineth in Darkness and the Darkness Comprehendeth Not. We the Master Wardens and Secretary of Solomons Lodge No. 5 Under the Provential Grand of Noviscotia Do Hereby Certify That our COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Trusty and -Well Beloved Brother James Spink was Regularly Entered, Passed and Raised A Master Mason is a Pastmaster and Royal Arch Excellent Mason and as Such wee Reccommend him to all Ragu- lar Lodges and Worthy Brethern To Whom These Presents shall Come GREETING Given Under our hands And Seal of our Lodg-e In our Lodge In our Lodge Room in Shelburne this the 23, i< Seer." [Translation:] " Certificate of the Bro.'. Jean Gaspard Marcet.'. To the glory of the G.'. A. . of the U.'. and in the name and under the auspices of T.\ 111.". G.'. M.'. the G.'. Orient of Geneva, to all Masons of regular lodges Union, Strength, Greeting. Knowing the necessity of certifying in an authentic fashion the Masonic Standing of our BB.'. who seem to us to deserve the inestimable favor of being known as such ; desiring to facilitate their entry into regular lodges, domestic and foreign, in fond hope that they may spread in whatever places they may be that spirit of Peace, Union, and fraternal friendship that is the essence of our worthy order. For these reasons and for the good and praiseworthy reports made to us about B.'. Jean- Gaspard Marcet, a native of Geneva, admitted and received in good and regular form to the grade of Master in the royal art of freemasonry in the royal lodge regularly constituted by St. John, under the distinctive title of The Union in the Orient of Geneva, of which he is an honorary member, and having given proofs of zeal, prudence, and discretion, never having failed since his reception — ■ In witness whereof, and at the request of said lodge we have in sign of fraternal friendship accorded to the said B.'. Jean Gaspard Marcet this certificate for his use wher- ever he may need it, having signed his name on the margin to prevent, any surprise in case he may fall into profane hands; likewise the Ven- erable and the Secretary of the said lodge. We pray all Venerable and B.'. of regular lodges to whom he may pre- sent himself to give full faith, to recognize B.'. Jean Gaspard Marcet to the above grade, to aid him in conformity with our holy and sacred du- ties, to admit him, after examination, to the works of his age; in general to grant him the fraternal help they wish for themselves in similar cir- cumstances, as we ourselves are accustomed to act towards all B.'. that come to our O.'. certified by authentic diplomas of regular lodges in our class or from strange lodges, *fho make themselves known. Given at our Grand Orient of Geneva very secretly, very strongly, very regularly, very enlightenedly, where reign Silence, Peace, and Concord; and that entire faith may be given we have added our signatures and have had it countersigned by our Grand Secretary, and have appended the grand seal of our Grand Orient, the sixteenth day of the third month of the V.'. L.'. five thousand seven hundred and ninety one, and of the vulgar era the 10th May, 1791, the G.'. A.', being in the holy- guard. Sigismund Parnet, National Grand Master P. Jean Jean Grand Master Y Francis Demans G. Arch Stephen Michael Eynous, Grand Almoner J. D. Folz, Grand Master of Ceremonies COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. For the R:. L.\ Reunion to the O.". for the prince the 22 day of the 2d month of the year of V.'. L.'. 5798. By order of the R.-. L.-. Collignon Sec Vised by the R.'. L.'. Concord in the O.". of Burgne the twentieth day of the eleventh masonic month of the year of V.". L.-. 5798 Dupont, Secretary Vised by the R.: L.\ United Friends, Or.-, of Mole St. Nicolas, the 26th day of the 10th masonic month, of the year of V.-. L.'. 5798 By order of the R.'. L.'. P. Rochefort, Secretary, p. t. Vised by La Union Francaise Lodge, No. 14. at session on 29th day of 3d month of the year 5810 of the Orient of New Yorlc, United States of America. By order of the Lodge P. Dubayle. R ^ Sec." Design: below a Mosaic Pavement, from the sides rising two Columns, each surmounted by a Globe. On the front of the right Column, in line from beneath the capstone, are shown a Trowel, suspended; pair of Compasses; Oblong with checkered background. Star enclosing "G" imposed, and Level suspended and crossed by Compasses. On the front of the left Column, in line from top, are shown a Plumb suspended and crossed by two rules; a Quadrant with Compasses and Blazing Sun in centre, and two Pens crossed, suspended. At the foot of right Column is a winged cherub, at work with Mallet- and Chisel on the head of a Statue resting on a block before him. At the foot of left Column is a winged cherub seated, and drawing designs on a Trestle Board. Be- tween these two cherubim, kneeling in the centre of the Mosaic Pave- ment, is a third winged cherub, his right hand resting on a large erect Level. Above the Globe on the right Column is a Blazing Sun bearing full face, serrated. Above the Globe on the left Column is a quarter Moon, with face. At the top in the middle is a Delta, Radiant, with All- seeing Eye in centre: beneath this a large Eagle with wings outstretch- ed, grasping in right claw a Square and Compasses, in left a key: Blaz- ing Star, suspended from its beak bearing the letter "G;" across the wings and passing under the neck, is a ribbon with inscription: " GRAND ORIENT DE GENEVE." On the lower .margin of the Certificate is. Stamped a shield shaped figure, bearing the letters: "G.-O-N DE. GENEVE ;'' surmounted by a Crown and encircled by branches. On the back of the Certificate, in the upper right hand corner, is affixed a. seal, wax on paper, circular in form on a square, serrated. Imp.: Delta, flat, with Star imposed on surface, crossed by Square, behind and above being intermingled a Rule, Hammer, Level, Plumb , and Compasses. Above, to left a Blazing Sun, to right a Moon; below, to right an olive branch encircled by legend ; " LOGE DE L'AMENITE A L'ORT.'. DE PHILADELPHIE" Two large seals, one of red wax the other stamped COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. on lead in tin boxes are attached by blue ribbons. One is the Seal of the Grand Orient of Geneva; Imp.: various emblems, the two Pillars, Trowel, Stone Hammer, Key, Level, Blazing five-pointed Star in centre above Sun Radiant, encircling legend : " GRAND ORIENT DE GEN- EVE." The other seal appears to be that of the Lodge of United -Friends, of Mole St. Nicholas, the vise of which Lodge is on the back of the Certificate. Imp.: two Columns on a Mosaic Pavement, Skull and Crossbones between, in centre a Mallet, Square and Compasses, Star, etc., above Sun Radiant, on sides Cable Tows; encircled by legend: "LES AMIS L'UNIS" [word illegible] "MOLE ST. NICOLA 1?98." Case 1. From Bro. Wm. V. Marcet, (Grandson of bearer) through Wor. Louis J. Grosjean. Jean Gaspard Marcet came to this country with General Lafay- ette, and served under him ,in the War of the Revolution. He re- turned to Switzerland ; but later came back and died in this coun- try. 23 Mark and Past Masters' Certificate. North Carolina, 1793. Issued by- St. Johns Lodge, No. 2, of New Berne, N. C, to Bro. Levi Andrews, and dated February 12th, 1793. It is. endorsed across the face with a written statement of his death and burial by the Lodge on March 10, 1 795. This Certificate is believed to contain the first documentary evi- dence of the Capitular Degrees in the State of North Carolina ; if not in the United States. Printed on paper. Size 12}^xl6}4 inches. From R.'.W.-. Wm. H. Andrews. Case 17. 26 Past Master's Certificate. Dutch Guiana, 1793. Granted to Brother William F. Magee, by Concordia Lodge, which held its charter "from the Noble Lord Charles Baron Van Boetzelaar National Grand Master ■ of the Antient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons in the- Republic of the Netherlands its Generalities and Colonies." It certifies that Bro. Magee " was entered an Apprentice passed as a Fel- low Craft XXXXX-have raised him to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason passed him to the Chair with all the Honors XX XX Given under our hands and the Seal of Concordia Lodge this Twenty-ninth Day of April A. D. 1793 A. L 5793. Robert Hodge Master of the Lodge Concordia By Command * Benjamin Watson, Senior Warden P. T. Kt. Robt Clinton Secy John Morris R X Jun Warden K.'. T." it is signed in the margin by William F. Magee. The Seal has been attached by a ribbon interlaced to the certificate, but is now missing. Writtsn on heavy Parchment. Size 16x11 inches. From-Bro. Thomas J. Hughes. Case 7. Concordia Lodge was located at Dutch Guina, and though working in the English language, had its charter from Holland. Mark and Past Master's Certificate of Wor. Levi Andrews, 1793. No. 25. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 27 Master Mason's GertifiGate. England, 1794. At the top in centre is a Seraph blowing a trumpet; at bottom a female figure standing on ground, in her arms an infant, at her feet two children, one holding her hand and dancing. On the right is a Pillar surmounted by a female fig- ure erect, with right hand held to lips. On the left are two Pillars, one unsurmounted, the other having a female figure, erect, wearing a plum- ed Helmet. Resting against the base of this Pillar is a Plumb; against the base of the other, a Level, Square and Compasses. Between these Pillars is the text of the Certificate in parallel columns, one in English, the other in Latin. It "certifies that Robert Ramsay is a Master Mason in Lodge No. 2, as appears by the Certificate of said Lodge registered on the books of the Grand Lodge October 11,5793." (the figure 3 being written over the figure 2 in both cases.) It bears date August 13th, 5794, and is signed by Robt. Leslie G. Sec. and Thos. Harper D. G. Sec. The Seal of Grand Lodge is attached, impressed on wax covered with white paper,' bearing the arms of the Grand Lodge. The name of Rob- ert Ramsay is written on the left side, and upon the left Pillar is written "The said Robert Ramsay named in this certificate died at the Free- masons Asylum Craydon England on the 28th, June 1859. W. Farn- field Sec." Upon the back of the Certificate is written the following: — "This is to certify that our brother Robt. Ramsay was Senior Warden of Lodge No. 295 when first it was constituted Jan'y 22nd, 1796. and continued a member until June the 27th, 1809, and During his stay amongst us behaved himself as becomes an Honest Brother. Signed in Open Lodge this 27 of June 1809 and of Masonry 5809. Geo. Eyre W. Master. ' Kemella, S. W. Robert Robinson J. W. Mich,' Clarke, Secty." Also the following writing: — "This is to certify that Brother Robert Ramsay, joined this Lodge No. 255 and has behaved during his stay amongst us as a. Good and Faithful Brother. Signed in Open Lodge this 23d day of July 1830 and in the year of Masonry 5810. C. Bancker W. Master Joined July 24th, 1809 W. Hancock S. Warden declared off July 23 1810 John U. Little J. Warden. W. D. Collier Sec'y Hon. No. 321 Mitre Oldgate 4th Monday Br. Saml. Hellyer Storehouse Clerk at Liptrops." Engraved on Parchment. Size 9>^xl2 inches. Case 7. 28 Royal Arch Certificate. New York, 1796. Issued to Nicholas G. Carmer. by "Washington Chapter Royal Arch Masons of the City & State of N. York North America this first day of May A. M. 5796 at our Sanc- tuary" etc. Signed by John Ludlow H-P. W-C-R-A-M. William Richardson K-W-C-R-A-M. G. N. Blucher S-W-C-R-A-M. Wm. Cutting Secry. Also by the bearer Nichs G. Carmer. The seal is missing. The upper half of the Certificate contains the figure of a Ser- aph, soaring, holding trumpet to lips with right hand, and an olive branch in left hand. Surrounding clouds. Above, a semi-circular Rainbow, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Radiant, on black background or sky. Engraved on Parchment. Size 12;ixl6 inches. Case IZ. 29 Royal Arch Certificate. New York, 1796. Issued to Hezekiah Hotchkiss by " Washington Chapter of Royal Arch Masons in due Form Assem- bled this Twelfth day of June Anno Mundi 5796 at Holland Lodge Room in the City and State of New York North America where reign. Silence, Union, and Peace." Following in same form as preceding Certificate. (No. 28) It is signed by "John Abrams, H: P: W: C: R: A: M. Jno. Ludlow, K:W:C:R: A: M. Wm. Richardson, S: W: C: R: A: M. El,? Hicks. Sec'y." Seal, paper covered wax, affixed in left corner. In- scribed with Delta and Hebrew characters. Radiant, surrounded by le- gend : "Washington Chapter Royal Arch Masons. New York 5789." Elaborately written, with displayed headings and sub-headings, on Parchment. Size llj^xl234 inches. From Bro. Silas Stanwood, through Bro. E. C. Harwood. Case 17. 30 Royal Arch Certificate. New York, 1798. Reads as follows, viz.: " The Most Enlightened East. To all the Enlightened, Entered, Passed, Raised, and Exalted under the Canopy of Heaven. ■ — ■ WE the Most Excellent Grand Officers of the Grand and Royal Chapter of Jerusalem, called. The ROYAL ARCH, in due Form assembled, this sixth day of January Anno Mundi, Five thousand seven hundred and Ninety-eight at the Grand Lodge Room of New York, North America, where reign SILENCE, UNION and PEACE send Greeting : KNOW YE, and we do hereby certify, that our beloved Brother Isaac H Levy hath been received and admitted into our sacred Mysteries; after having passed through all the Pro° fs which are required from those who desire Admittance among Brethren of this Sublime Order; and we hereby Give and Grant to him all the Benefits and Prerogatives which belong and of Right appertain to the Bretheren exalted to this most excellent Degree, not doubting but that he will be permitted to reap and enjoy the same with and from all Our dear and Excellent Companions wheresoever dis- persed : We having the like Consideration and Respect for all the Com- panions of OUR SUBLIME ORDER, whose Privilege it is to address US for their Rights, Honors, Prerogatives and Succors whenever they may have cause to require the same. GIVEN under our hands, and Sealed with the Seal of our Grand Royal Arch Chapter, and the better to identify our said Brother and Compan- ion he has by our Direction and in our Presence herewith subscribed his name adjacent to the Seal, Abm Skinner H. P. G. C. R. A. M. R. Hodge Sect Frank Lynch KING. Jonathan Penney SCRIBE. Red ribbon inserted in margin on left through slits cut. Above the GOL.LE0TION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. ribbon is written the name "Isaac H. Levy.'" Above this is the remains of a red wax seal; no impression. Above this and in the extreme left hand upper corner is written "Visited Washington Chapt.of Royal Arch Masons City of New York 4th jTeby 5800 Nichs. G. Garmer Secy." Engrossed by pen on Parchment. Size 14)^ inches square. From Wor. Levi J. Isaacs. Case 1 7. 31 Master Mason's Certificate. Island of San Domingo, 1798. Issued to Etienne BouUet, aged 45, and dated March 14, 5798. In French, be- ginning: " A La Gloire du Gr and Architecte de L'univers . Au Nom & • Sous les Auspices dus.'. Grand Maitre Isle Saint Dominque " Bears a large number of signatures with indecipherable hieroglyphics attached. Seal attached by red and blue ribbons, inserted, wax in tin box, but badly mutilated; some of emblems. Square and Compasses etc. are decipherable. Elaborate engraved design; at bottom flight of seven steps leading to Mosaic Pavement, from which rise two Columns, the one on the left is surmounted by a female figure, in right hand a drawn Sword, in left a pair of Scales. Imposed upon the shaft are other em- blems, including Grown transfixed by Sword, Plumb, etc., a large letter "J." and a scroll with legend: "FIAT LUX." In the margin on the left of this Column appears* the bearers signature. The Column on right surmounted by a female figure, in right hand two hearts with flame and transfixed by arrow; left hand resting upon an Anchor. Imposed upon the shaft of this Column appears Square, Rule, Level, Compasses, etc., a large letter "B," and a scroll with legend ; "ET FACTA EST." In the upper left corner is a quarter Moon with full face, and six Stars, surrounded by clouds. In upper right corner is a female head, Radiant. In upper centre is a five-pointed Star bearing the letter " G " backed by flames. Radiant; also clouds. Between this and the figure on the right Column is stamped the Lodge Seal, an oval in black, with Lodge . monogram in centre, surrounded by legend : " NOTRE o UNION o LEGALITE o FAIT o " At the bottom is the vise of Lodge L'Egalite. On Parchment. Size 12x IS inches. From Bro. Charles Sotheran. Case 7 32 Knight Templar Certificate. Ireland, 1800. On each side is a Column, the one on the right being surmounted by a Paschal Lamb, and bearing on its base a Scythe and Hour Glass. The one on the left is surmounted by a Cock, and has on its base two Swords crossed over a Standard. The bases of these Pillars rest upon a representation of earth, upon which (reading from left to right) are the words "And on Earth;" then the Square crossed by Compasses; thenthe word "Peace;" then a Cof- fin on top of which rests a Skull and Crossbones and six winged Cheru- bim heads; then the word "Goodwill;" then an open Book resting on a Cushion; and then the words " towards Men." At the edge of and be- low the border of the earth, appears the words " S.W. O'Connor Sculpt No. 21 Essex St." On an open space below is written "No. 410 on the Registry of Ireland", Rathfriland." In the lower left corner, is a seal in black wax, bearipg the impression of Skull and Crossbones, Paschal COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Lamb and Coffin, surrounded by words " Sicn Lodge Reg. Ireland." The upper part of the Certificate, above the Pillars, contains in the centre a large seven-pointed Star, bearing within a Garter inscribed: " IN HOC SIGNO VINCES," a Cross, with Serpent and Skull at its foot. Above this on a ribbon are the words " Glory to God in the Highest." On the right and left of the Star are two Seraphim blowing trumpets and hold- ing a chain which connects the two, having links interspersed with Skulls and Swords, and in the middle a Delta bearing the words "MORS AUT VICTORIA." Beneath this chain are the words "In the Name of the Holy and undivided Trinity three Persons and one God Amen." This Certificate was issued to Robert McFadden and is dated the 22d of December 5800, in the year of Grace 1800, at Rathfriland, Ireland. It is signed John Beaumont, H. Priest, David Dickson, Secre- tary. The text is in English and French, in parallel columns, and both are signed by the same officers. On Parchment. Size ll^^xlS^ inches. From Miss S. A. McFadden. Case 17. 53 Master Mason's Certificate.. New York 1805. It is enclosed in a border of close parallel lines, leaving a bVoad margin on the left side. Upon a groundwork rests a large Shield having three Castles and Compasses extended within the arms of a Square. This is supported on one side by a seated female figure with a child at her knee, and on the other side by a child standing. From this groundwork rises two Columns, one on each side, the one on the right being surmounted by a female figure leaning with both arms upon an Anchor, and the ope on the left by a female figure erect, holding in her left hand a Cross, and in her right a Book. Above and in the centre is a soaring Seraph blowing a trumpet. Above the head of this figure is a circle containing a Delta inscribed with Hebrew characters. From the circle radiate beams of light. The Certificate is as follows, viz. : " WE the MASTER and WARDENS of TRINITY LODGE No. 1 , Ancient York Masons held in the City of New York North America Do Certify that the Bearer our well beloved Brother Isaac Tryon is a Regular Master Mason of TRINITY Lodge No. 10 and has during his continuance with us always behaved himself as becometh an hcnest and faithfuU Brother, and as such we Recommend him to all worthy Breth- ren wheresoever Providence may order his Lot. GIVEN under our Hands and SEAL of our said Lodge, the 26 Day of April 1805 and of Masonry 5805. Israel Navario Master John Fouston ' Barnet Andariese. S. Warden Secry (Illegible) J. Warden" The Lodge Seal, wax on paper, is attached to the margin outside of the left of Cartificate, by a blue ribbon inteflaced. The impression is nearly illegible, but bears the Lodge name and a Shield. Engraved on COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODOE OF NEW YORK. Parchment, only the signatures and date being written. Size 9>^xl03^ inches. From Wor. Wm. R. Relyea. Case 1. 34 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1805. Reads as follows, viz.: "To All whom it may concern. We the Master and Wardens of S* ANDREW'S Lodge No. 3 Antient York Masons held in the City of New York N. AMERICA dp hereby certify That Brother John D. Sloat is a regular registered Master Mason of said LODGE and has during his continuance with us behaved himself as becomes an honest Brother. Given under our Hands & the Seal of the Lodge in New York this 16th day of October 1805 and of Masonry 5805. Cornelius Bogert Master John L Palmer William Gumming Senior Warden Secretary. Thomas A Cummins Junior Warden Admitted on the thirteenth Day of May 1800 Declared off on the Second Day of July 1800 " Seal, impressed in wax, oblong: indecipherable. Engraved on Parch- ment. Size 1 1^x8^ inches. Case ?. Brother Sloat was an Admiral in the United States Navy, and was associated with Commodore Perry in the War of 1812. 55 Rose Croix Certificate, A. & A. S. R. 18th Degree. France, 1806. In Latin. Issued to Albert Francis Stephen Arnal, and dated July Sth, 1806, luminis 5806. In two parallel spaces separated by double lines and circumscribing the entire Certificate, appear the signatures of the oflScers of the Chapter, eighteen in number, and also the signature of the bearer after the usual Ne Varietur. In each angle of the oblong square formed by these lines, is an ornamental Maltese Cross, Crowned. At the top and above the Certificate proper is a large Crown surmounting an opened ermine martial cloak, bearing two Shields on which are designs of an ornamental Maltese Cross imposed upon three Pillars, and a somewhat similar Cross upon which is imposed a Shield bearing a Lion rampant. These designs are on an oblong around which runs or- namental work, and below a smaller Crown and Maltese Cross, from the latter being suspended a Roman Cross. Beneath this cloak and ex- tending on its sides, are branches crossed. Above the whole is a ribbon with cabalistic characters. To the left the number of the Certificate, "No. 1." To the right below, the word "Signum" is stamped a dia- mond shaped design, in centre a Cross upon which is superimposed a Rose; encircled by legend : " SOV.', CHAP.-. DES CHEV.-. DE LA ■ CROIX A LA VAL.'. DE PARIS;" at top and bottom small Maltese Crosses. The seals are missing, but portions of the ribbons, one red and the other white, are inserted through slits. Engraved on Parchment. Size \2}ixl7y2 inches. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 17. COLLECTION MADE Bf COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 36 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1806. Issued by "Farmers Lodge in the Town of Easton and State of New York," to Nathan Kingsley. Dated "the twentieth day of November in the year of Masonry 5806." Signed by Jonathan Mosher M. Abraham Wright S. W. Simon De Rid- der J. W. Rufus Wright Secy. Not signed by bearer and no Seal at- tached. Similar in all other respects to Certificate No. 31. Engraved on Parchment. Size 7%xl0% inches. From R.'.W.-. M. I. Greenwood. Case 7. 37 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1807. • Reads as follows, viz.: "WE the GRAND LODGE of the STATE OF NEW YORK BY THESE PRESENTS TESTIFY AND DECLARE That our worthy Brother The Worshipful Past Master Peter Irving is registered with us as a MAS- TER MASON of HOWARD LODGE No. 9. And it appearing to us from the representation of the said Lodge that his Conduct has EVER been considered as truly meritorious, & that his CHARACTER is unsullied. We are induced to recommend him to the FRATERNAL CARE & AF- FECTION of ALL UNITED IN THE TIES OF MASONRY throughout the Globe. And our said Brother, that this Certificate may be used by none but himself, has this day signed his name in our presence and at our request. IN TESTIMONY whereof we have Caused our SEAL & the Signature of our Secretary to be hereunto affixed. DONE IN GRAND LODGE IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK this 6th day of January A. L. 5807. (sgd.) John Watts, GRAND SECRETARY." The signature " P. Irving " is in" the margin on the left. Red wax Seal, in tin box. attached by blue ribbon inserted in right lower corner. Imp. arms of Grand Lodge, encircled by legend: "Grand Lodge of the State of New York." Design same as Certificate No. 43. Engraved on Parchment. Size 15x18 inches. From Bro. Robert Rathbone. Case 7. Wor. Peter Irving was a Brother of Washington Irving. 38 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1807. Issued by " Otsego Lodge held in the Village of Otsego and State of New York," to Edw4. Cheese- man, and dated May 6th, 1807. Signed by Elijah H. Metcalf, M.; Zera Tanner, S. W., Stephen Ingals, J. W., and R. Worthington, Secy. The Seal of the Lodge in red wax is attached by a blue ribbon from the left upper corner. Inscribed: "Otsego Lodge, No. 40, S. N. Y. F. A. 5796." on a circle, within which are the Pillars rising from the Mosaic Pavement, connected by Arch and Keystone, letter "G," Square and Compasses, Hour Glass, etc. Same emblems and design and from same plate as No. 33. Engraved on Parchment. Size 7x9j8 inches. Case 7. 39 Fellow Graft Certificate. Italy, 1808. Issued under the authority of the Grand Orient of France, to Fabio Fabroni, by Lodge " Amie Philantro- pes Assembled on the Banks of the Arne," at the Orient of Florence. Certifies that he is a "membre de notre R.'. Att.". au 2me grade Sim- bolique;" and as such recommends him. Dated at "Florence lerx^ COLLECXrON MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. du Sme Moirs de I'au de la V. L. 5808. E're Vulgaire le U, May 1808." Commences " A la Gloire du G.-. A de lu. Au nom et Sous les Auspices du G.'. O.', de France," etc. Large number of signatures with hiero- glyphics. In margin on left side large letter "J;" in margin on right side large letter "B." In upper right margin "Ne Varietur" and the signature "Fabio Fabroni." In upper middle centre is stamped the Lodge Seal, an oval in black, with Skull and Crossbones, Compasses and Square, two Columns on Platform, two Sprigs of Acacia crossed, letter " G" in a Delta, and clasped hands. Enclosed by legend: "La R: □ Des Amis Philantropes Reunis Sur Les Bards De L'Arne A' L'O.-. de Florence." Red wax Seal In tin box attached by white and blue ribbons in left lower margin. Inscription the same. On the back of the Certifi- cate is endorsed the following: "En vertu des pouvoires qu 'ils m'ont ete conferee par le Gr. Chapitre "La Triple Union" No. 5946, seante a la Vallee de New York, regul.'. constitue par le Gr. Or. de France en son Gr. Chapitre vu I'ardent desir que le T.'. C.'. F.'. Fabio Fabroni, Com.'. Macon avait d'etre eleve au Sub.'. Gr.". de la M.". eloigns outre- me de son Attelie reg.'. constit.'. comme ci-oontre. Parfaitement con- vaincu de sa vie, moeurs et conduite depuis long terns je I'ai revetu et constit". M.\ M.'. pour par lui jouir des privileges attaches a ce sub.', deg.'. J'invite les resp.'. CUCD reg.'. dispersee sur le vrai point geometri- que de 1' ammetre dans son sein d'apres examen en sa qualite et de I'accueillir comme un vrai et digne Fr.'. promettant en cas semblable le reciproque et croyez moi P. L. N. M. D. N. S. C. votre d'evoue Fr.". Aug. Gortilli, S. P. R. * S. P. R. S. S2° ■ Donne a la Vallee d' Herdon ou regne le silence et la paix le 18 jour du 4f. mois I'au dela v.". 1.". 5812 " Translation: "By virtue of the pow- ers conferred upon me by the Grand Chapter " La Triple Union " No. 5946 sitting in the Valley of New York and regularly constituted by the Grand Orient of France in its Grand Chapter and in view of the ardent desire of the very dear brother Fabio Fabroni, Fellow Craft Mason, to be raised to the Sublime Grade of Master and being separated over seas from his Lodge regularly constituted as herewith appears and be- ing fully convinced long since of his life, morals and conduct I have created and constituted him Master Mason he to enjoy allthe privileges attached to that sublime degree. I invite all respectable regular Lodges scattered on the true geometric point to admit him in their midst after examination into his qualifications and to greet him as a true and worthy brother promising the same in a similar case and believe me P. L. N. M. D. N. S. C . Your devoted Brother Aug- Cortilli, S. P. R. * S. P. R S. 320 Given in the Valley of Herdon where reign silence and peace the 1 8th day of the 4th month A. D. 5812 Engr;ss3d on heavy Paichment. Size 16x18 inches. Case ?. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 40 Certificate of 32° A. & A. S. R. New York, 1808. Issued by John Gab- riel Tardy, Deputy Grand Inspector General, from the East of the Grand of the Most Puissant Council, etc., etc. Certifies that Brother Richard Riker has received all the Degrees up to and including the Thirty-sec- ond. Body of the Certificate in Latin and English in parallel columns. Dated "at New York this Eighteenth day of the Eighth month called Kisler of the year 5569, of the Restoration 2339, and of the Vulgar CEra the Eighth day of November 1 808." Signed, in both versions, by J. G. Tardy Dep. Gr. Inspr Gal. Seal to the English version is similar to the Delta Seal on the Patent, No. 44; Seal to the Latin version similar to the Eagle Seal on same Patent. Attested by E. De La Motta, Sover- eign Grand Inspector General, etc. At the top in centre is engraved a Delta enclosing Hebrew character, imposed on Square and Compasses, all Radiant; to right above, a Square, to left above. Compasses; to right below, a closed Urn crossed by Sword; to left below, an open Urn, flames issuing from mouth. Below the Delta and between the two Urns are crossed branches and a ribbon with legend: "HEALTH, STABIL- ITY AND POWER." Engrossed on Parchment. Size 28x32 inches. From Miss Anna Riker Spring. Case 19. Brother Richard Riker was the first District Attorney of New York City, serving as such from 1801 to 1810, and from 1811 to 1814, both inclusive. He was succeeded in 1810-11 by Brother Cad- wallader D. Colden. The office was created by the Legislature in the year 1801, and covered the entire circuit formed by the Coun- ties of New York, Suffolk. Kings, Westchester and Richmond. Upon the adoption of the Constitution of 1822, New York had its own District Attorney, like other Counties in the State. Brother Riker served as Recorder of New York City in the years 1815-1819, 1821-1823, and 1824-1838. His portrait as such now hangs in the Criminal Court Building, New York City. During much of the period thus covered. Brother De Witt Clinton was Mayor of New York, having been elected to that office in 1803, and serving his last term in 1815. Brother Riker was prominent in the Scottish Rite. He participated on August 15th, 1813 in the formation of the Su- preme Council of the 33° Northern Jurisdiction, and was appointed Illustrious Grand Master of Ceremonies. Daniel D. Tompkins, af- terwards Grand Master of the State of New York, and the sixth Vice-President of the United States, was at the same time appoint- ed M.-. III. Sovereign Grand Commander. Brother John G. Tardy was also then appointed Grand Treasurer General. (See No. 5 G) 41 Master Mason's Certificate. England, 1809. Certifies that William Hall is tt member of Lodge No. 31. (The English part of the Certificate con- tains no Lodge number, but it appears in the Latin version. ) It is dated May 15, 1809, and signed by Rob?. Leslie. G. Sec. and Edw. Harper, D. G. Sec, with Seal of Grand Lodge attached. Similar in all respects to No. 26. Engraved on Parchment. Size 9)^x1 1^2 inches. From Wor. Wm. A. Glover. Case 7. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 42 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1810. Issued by Independent Royal Arch Lodge, No. 2. "THE LIGHT SHINETH IN DARKNESS AND THE DARKNESS QOMPREHENDETH IT NOT." Then fol- lows remainder of Certificate in usual form. Issued to Joseph Skinner, Junr. Dated August 16th, A. D. 1810. A. L. ^810. Signed by (illegible) MASTER. Wm. Dyke S. WARDEN. John G. Leabeck J. WARDEN. W. H. M. Roome, Secf. Seal, red paper circular on blue background of rays, and fastened by grayish ribbon. Imp. Pillars, Arch and other emblems, surrounded by words "INDEPENDENT ROYAL ARCH LODGE No. 2." In lower centre below signatures on ground- work of earth, flowers and shrubs rests the Mosaic Pavement with capitol of Column appearing at top and at foot a Coat of Arms, support- ed on the right by child standing, and on the left by figure of a wonjan, with infant in swaddling clothes in arms, and another child kneeling at her feet. From this ground spring two Columns, the one on the right surmounted by female figure holding a Cross in her right hand and a closed Book in her left, the base bearing the Three Great Lights: the one on the left by a female figure leaning on an Anchor, the base bearing three Candlesticks. Running along the side of the left Column and par- allel therewith are the words "WE have caused the bearer to sign his name on the opposite margin.'' At the side of the right Column is the name "Joseph Skinner Junr." Above the Columns and filhng the upper part of the Certificate is a representation of clouds bearing three winged heads of Cherubim, and in the half circle thus- formed is the Delta with Hebrew characters in centre, and below the All-seeing Eye. The whole design Radiant from the Delta. In small characters at the bottom appear the words " Bro. Rollinson Sculpt " Engraved on Parchment. Size 11x14 inches. From Bro. Samuel Apolant. Case 1 . 43 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1813. In the central part is the Certificate as follows, viz.: "To all Free and Accepted Masons WHERESOEVER THESE PRE- SENTS SHALL COME. We the Master Wardens and Brethren of Friendship Lodge held in the Town of Jerico and State of New York assembled in due form do certify that John Park is a Master Mason & recommend him as a worthy member of the fraternity. In testimony whereof we have hereunto caused the seal of our lodge to be affixed & subscribed our names the Thirteenth day of January in the year of Ma- sonry 5813. David Cooper M. Joshua Weeks S. W. Hezekiah Peck J. W. Benj. S. Carpenter Secy." (Names and dates are written.) Seal attached, by ribbon through slits cut in the document. Paper on wax. Impression "FRIENDSHIP LODGE." On the left margin are the words "Pro majori canteta the said John Park has wrote his name thus." (The name being written.) The lower part of the Certificate is occupied by the Earth with the Sea in the background, and vessels sail- ing. On the Earth are some trees and flowering shrubs, and Masonic emblems, the Bee Hive, Scythe, Ladder, winged Hour Glass, open Scroll, closed Book, and Skuil and Crossbones. In the right lower corner is a. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIOUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. female figure with her right hand resting on a Roman Fasces, and standing on a square pedestal, upon the front of which is the figure of a man seated on a stone upon which he is at work with a Hammer and Chisel. In the left lower corner is a female figure, helmetted, holding in her right hand a long wand, her left hand resting upon a Shield, and standing upon a similar square pedestal, upon the front of which is the figure of a man kneeling before a stone, to which he is applying a Square; and upon side is a representation of a Globe and pair of Com- passes. Between the two and seated on the Earth is a female figure with two nude children at her knees. In the centre of the upper part of the certificate is the All-seeing Eye, Radiant. The two upper corners are occupied by ribbons with the words " SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." and crossed by garlands of leaves and flowers, from the ends of which are pendent the Square and Compasses, Level and Mallet, Trowel and Rule, Plumb and crossed Keys. Engraved on Parchment. Size 8}^x \0}i inches. From Bro. George L. Warren. Case 8. 44 Patent or Diploma 33o Scottish Rite, 1813. Issued from the East of the Grand and Supreme Council established at Charleston, S. C, May 31st, 5801, to Richard Riker Esq. District Attorney, certifying that he has received all the necessary and specified degrees including the 33d, and is " Illustrious Grand Master of the Ceremonies to the Grand and Sup- reme Council of the Sovereigns Grand Inspectors General of the 33d Degree duly and legally Constituted and Established at New York City, State of New York, for the Northern District of the United States of AmericE,." Authorizes him to " constitute, establish, congregate, super- intend and inspect all Lodges, Chapters, Councils, Colleges and Consist- ories of the Royal and Military Order of Ancient & Modern Free Masons over the Surface of the two Hemispheres, agreeably to the Grand Con- stitutions." And orders that he be received and acknowledged accord- ingly. Dated at the City of New York "this 9th day of the 5th month called Ab, Year of the Creation 5573 & of the Vulgar CEra the 5th day of August 1813." Signed by E. De La Motta, Sovereign Grand In- spector General of the 33d and Illustrious Treasurer General of the Holy Empire for the Southern District of the United States of America. On upper portion below the words "Ne Varietur" is the signature "R. Riker." The body of Certificate is in parallel columns in Latin and English, and it is signed as above under both versions. One Seal is attached to the Latin version and two to the English version, but the one Seal has been removed from the former. Seals are wax covered by paper, circular in form and serrated. Imp. (on the two) a Delta With inner circle containing Square, Compasses and Level commingled and words " ET TACE," above Crown and letter " G." Without the Delta are certain designs bearing Stars, on sides, below ornamental work Stars and Square, above a scroll with words ".EQUANDO PERFICIT." Imp. (on third Seal) double headed Eagle with six. Banners on staffs radiating, above a scroll with words " NE PLUS ULTRA," below a scroll with legend : " HOC MEUM MODO HONORE." The Eagle COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. grasps in one claw a Key, and in the other a Sword, the Square and Compasses appearingf below. Engrossed on^ Parchment. Size 25x27 inches. (See No. 40 G. From IVIiss Anna Rilter Spring. Case 19. 45 Knight Templar Certificate. Ireland, 1814. Reads as follows, viz.: "In the Name of the Most Holy Glorious and undivided TRINITY FATHER SON AND HOLY GHOST, amen. WE the undersigned MASTERS of the INVINCIBLE and MAGNANIMOUS Lodge of KNIGHTS TEMPLARS and KNIGHTS OF MALTA held under the sanction of LODGE No. 6/ on the Registry of IRELAND Do hereby Certify, that our trusty and well beloved Brother SIR GEORGE GAIN- FORT was by us regularly admitted and dubbed KNIGHT TEMPLAR and KNIGHT of that most noble order of MALTA he having with due HONOR supported the various trials of SKILL and VALOUR as a TRUE and FAITHFUL SOLDIER of JESUS CHRIST and as such WE RECOMMEND HIM to all KNIGHTS TEMPLARS and KNIGHTS of MALTA round the GLOBE GIVEN under our hands and seal of CONCLAVE AT CORK IRELAND this Twentieth day of May 1814 and in the Year of our Order S3 14 Danl Coghlan, Grand Marshal Jno. W. McCarthy, Grand Cap"}, GenL Dr. Riordans, Depty Cap"}. Gen ' Giles Lee Grand Standard Bearer Fran?. Roche, Grand Treasurer Jeremiah McCarthy Grand Scribe." Secretary Seal, stamped in black, letters and design in white, in left corner. It is triangular, formed by double lines, within which appears at~ the apex Compasses, in the left corner a Square, in the right corner a Ladder, on the left side the word " CORK," on the right side the word "LODGE," at the bottom the words "No. 67." Within the inner triangle is a dou- ble lined circle bearing legend: "MEMENTO HOMO MORT." In the centre Skull and Crossbones above a Cross. Inserted on the left of the document is a black ribbon, from which formerly hung a black wax Seal. Handsomely engrossed on Parchment. Size 13x13 inches. From Shakespeare Lodge, No. 750. Case 17. 46 Master Mason's Certificate. Irish Regiment, 1814. Reads as follows viz.: "TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. WE do hereby certify that BROTHER JOHN WILKINSON is a regular registered MASTER MASON in LODGE N° 857 Maryborough held in the Royal Queens County Regiment, and has during his stay amongst us, behaved Himself as an Honest and Worthy Brother, and as such do we recommend him to^all the Fraternity round the Globe. Given under our Hands and Seals of our Society COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. in our Lodge room this Seventh day of January 1814, and of Masonry 5814. H. Seymour Moore Master Sen .■[ Warden Jun 'f Warden Thomas Brierly Secretary (Not signed by the Wardens.) On the left side in double parallel lines, is a red wax Seal impressed upon a light blue ribbon, inserted through slits. In the three spaces left between the slits, appear the words "GOD" "IS OUR" "GUIDE." There is no impression on the Seal. Above the ribbon is stamped a circular Seal, in centre an arm with hand holding a Trowel, encircled by words " Maryborough Lodge No. 857;" black background, letters and arm in white. Parallel lines are drawn about the entire document. Engrossed by hand on double sheet of letter paper. On the back of the blank half sheet is written: "Lieu- tenant Wilkinson's Certificate." Size 8x9 >^ inches. Case 9. 4,7 Royal Arch Certificate. Irish Regiment, 1814. Reads as follows, viz.: ' " THE LIGHT SHINETH IN DARKNESS BUT THE DARKNESS COMPREHENDETH IT NOT. We, the High Priest, &c. &c. &c. of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch super-excellent Masons held under the sanction of Lodge No. 857, Mary- borough, do hereby Certify that our trusty and well beloved Brother John Wilkinson Past Master of said Lodge, was by us Installed and Initiated into the most sublime Degree of Royal Arch and Royal Arch super-excellent Masonry; He having with due Honor and Justice' sup- ported the Trials attending his Admission and as such we recommend him to all the Royal Community around the Globe. Given under our Hands and Seal of our Grand Chapter, this Seventh Day of January 1814 and of Royal Arch Super-excellent Masonry 3314. High Priest H. Seymour Moore Royal Arch Captain Senior Grand Warden Junior Grand Warden The? Brierly Scribe." (Not signed by the High Priest or Wardens.) Running along the side of the Certificate, and betwe.en its text and the seal ribbon, is printed within an ornamental scroll border, and perpendicularly, the words: " Printed by Brother C. DOWNES, P. M. 141, Whitefriar-St. (Printer to the R. W. the Grand Lodge of Ireland. )" At the top of the Certificate and above the text appears an Arch with stone work, at the top thereot two male figures seated and lowering by a rope a third male figure through the space left by removal of the Keystone. This third figure is in an upright position, hands folded in front and legs crossed and hang- ing below the Arch. Beneath his. feet is the letter "G," Radiant and beneath that a Book upon an Altar which rests .upon seven steps and COLLECTION MADE , BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. has on its front ciphers. At the left of this design is stamped a triang- ular shaped figure, the apex rounded into a circle within which appears a Face with Rays. In the centre an Arch upon a flight of three steps, an Altar and the letter " G." Encircling is the inscription: "ROYAL ARCH LODGE NO 857 MARYBOROUGH." Background black, let- ters and design white. Beneath this and inserted in slits out in the margin, is a red ribbon upon which is affixed a red wax Seal. Impress- ion same as in design, but almost entirely illegible. Printed on plain paper, double. Size 7}ixl2 inches. Case 9. 48 Knight of Red Cross and Mark Master's Certificate. Irish Regiment, Un- dated. Within an ornamental oblong border is the following: " VERITAS ET LIBERTAS. To the Enlightened Knights of the Red Cross, and Mark Masters, to whom this shall come before. Greeting: We, the Royal Master, Captain General, &c. &c. &c. of the Grand Chapter of Knights of the Red Cross, and Mark Masters of Encamp- ment No. 857, Maryboro' held in the Royal Queen's County Regiment of Militia, do hereby certify that the Bearer hereof our excellent, trusty, true, and well beloved Cousin John Wilkinson was by Us initiated, con- secrated, and confirmed in all the Divine Mysteries of the Most Sacred and Holy Order of Knight of the Red Cross, and that since his ascend- ing the Ladder of Faith, he has placed the Level of Equity to all his Works, ever since he returned to rebuild the Temple of the Lord, he has been found upright by the unerring Plumbline of Righteousness; the Compass has circumscribed his Actions within the Bounds of a faithful Cousin, — from the true Level of Moral Rectitude he has never strayed, the Chisel and Mallet have been to him as a faithful Monitor, by whose Aid, superfluous or unrighteous Thoughts have never defiled his Heart. — His Behaviour amongst Us, has entitled him to this Certificate, which like the Olive Branch of Peace, We commit into his Hand, and recom- mend him to all enlightened Knights of the Red Cross, and Mark Mas- ters in the Universe, praying that the choicest of Blessings of the Eter- nal Three in One may attend all those who may anywise be serviceable to himi Given under our Hands and Seal of our Grand Chapter in our Council Chamber, at in the Year of Masonry 580 and Year of our Lord 180 H. Seymour Moore Royal Master Captain General Lieutenant Grand Scribe. Dates blank as given, and only signature that of the Royal Master. The only thing written in the Certificate is the name John Wilkinson. At the bottom, beneath the enclosing oblong design, are the words : " DUBLIN: Printed by Brother Downes. P. M. 141, Whitefriar-Street." In the upper margin is stamped an oval figure, in centre a Maltese COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Cross bearing- two browns and surmounted by one Ins. above: " LIBER- TAS," below: "No. 857;" encircled by: "RED GROSS LODGE . MARYBORO" Below this is inserted a black ribbon upon which is a red wax Seal. Imp. as above design, but illegible. Printed on the same paper as the R. A. Gertificate. Size 7j^xl 1)4 inches. Case 9. 49 Knights Templar Certificate. Ireland, 1814. Phraseology same as the usual form. Issued to John Wilkinson. "Given under our Hands and Seal of our- general Assembly held under the Sanction of Lodge No. 857, Maryborough, on the Registry of Ireland, this Seventh Day of January 1814 of the Order of Knights Templars 120 and of the Order of Malta 1 19." Along the side is the same inscription as in the R. A. Gertificate. It is signed by H. Seymour Moore, Grand Master; but the spaces are blank for the signatures of the Captain General, Grand Marshal, Sword Bearer, Standard Bearer and Secretary. In the upper left margin is stamped a triangular design, having in centre a Skull and Crossbones and above " No. 857," surrounded on the three sides by the words " KNIGHTS TEMPLARS MARYBOROUGH," and at apex a Maltese Cross. Black background, white letters and design. Beneath this is inserted a black ribbon, upon which is a red wax Seal, Imp. as inabove design, but illegible. Printed on same paper, and same size, as the Red Cross Certificate. Case 9. 50 Royal Arch Certificate. Pennsylvania, 1815. Reads as follows, viz.: " We the CHIEFS of the Holy ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER Held under the WARRANT No. 52 Ancient York Masons in the City of Philadel- phia. DO HEREBY CERTIFY that our true & well beloved Compan- ion John Travers Junior is with us a regular Registered Royal Arch Mason, was a member of our Chapter & during his stay among us has conducted himself with honor & integrity. We therefore recommend him to all the Companions round the Globe, & that this Certificate may be of no use to any other person, we have caused him to sign his name in the margin. Ne Varietur. GIVEN at Philadelphia, in the State of Pennsylvania, United States of America, this Twelfth day of August A. D. 1815, A. L. 5815. Thos Elliott H. P. Lambert Theatting, K. Robert DeSilver, S. John O'Brien, R. Thomas Amie, T." In the left margin " NE VARIETUR John Travers Junior." Seal, in upper left corner, wax covered with white paper, serrated. Inscr. In centre Pillars and Arch with Key_stone, within which, the Ark of the Covenant above the words " GRAND CHAPTER 0. R." Over the Arch an inscription of which all that is legible are the words " HOLINESS COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIGIUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. TO" All encircled by an inscription of which all that is legible are the words "THE PEOPLE THAT WALKED IN DARKNESS" In the lower left corner in small characters is: "Engraved by B."; F. Shaltus, Phil?; L. N° 72." Design: from a g'round work, to. left, Aaron's Rod, to right, the Burning Bush, spring a flight of three steps, on each of the two lower being three Candlesticks; at top of steps Mosaic Pavement bearing three more Candlesticks. From the ground at rear and side of steps and Pavement rise two rounded Columns, untopped; and back of them two square Columns from the tops of which spring an Arch united by a Keystone bearing a circle with letters: " H. T; W. S. S. T. K. S." On the face or front of the Arch is the legend: " HOLINESS TO THE - LORD." On the inner surface of the Arch are shown, as if in frescoes, the Delta Radiant bearing Hebrew characters, seven branch Candelabra, Noah's Ark and Dove, Moon, double Triangle, &c., &c. Within this Arch in the space just above the text of the Certificate, is the Ark of the Covenant with Seraphim, wings extended over the Ark. Above the Arch, and filling the upper part of the Certificate, is the All-seeing Eye Radiant. Beautifully engraved on paper of a brownish color. Size 12 xl6 inches. Case 17. 51 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1815. Within an ornamental square design is the text, as follows, viz.: " And the Darkness Comprehended it NOT In the East, a place of Light, Reigneth SILENCE, and Peace. No. 296 — WE, the Master and Wardens of the Worshipful Lodge of ancient free and accepted York Masons, established in Peterboro, town of Smithfield, and state of New York, by proper authority — DO, hereby certify, to all MEN, enlight- ened, upon the face of the earth, that the Bearer hereof, our true and well-beloved Brother Moses Howe of Smithfield, has been regularly entered an Apprentice, passed a Fellow Craft, and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason; and he may lawfully and safely be admitted into, and accepted of, as such, by the Society to whom these presents may come, around the Globe. Given under our hands, and the seal of the Western Star Lodge, in said Peterboro, this 27 day of November Anno Christus 1815; and of Masonry 5815 John Hall — Master A. Woodworth Secretary. 0. S. Wilcockson — S. Warden Seth Bosworth — J. Warden " In the space beneath the "No. 296 " is a rude design consisting of a Book upon which rests a pair of Compasses, and a Square and Mallet: beneath the Book is a Trowel, above, the Sun and a Moon with face and surrounded by seven Stars. On the left of this design is affixed a paper Seal, diamond shaped. On the lower margin is written: " Br. I:. Howe was made an entered apprentice in United Brethren Lodge COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Cazenovia." It is all printed except the number " 296," the name " Smithfield," the dates and signatures. Evidently done especially for Western Star Lodge. On the back is endorsed " Moses Howe Diploma, from Western Star Lodge in Peteboro." Paper. Size 8x9 inches. From R.'.W.'. George W. Chapman. Case 8. 52 Royal Arch Certificate. New York, 1816. Issued by "Ancient Royal Chapter No. 1 of Jerusalem, called the Royal Arch, held in the City & State of New York." "THE GLORY of the LATTER HOUSE is GREATER than the FORMER. Holiness to the Lord. Certifies that " our worthy & well beloved Brother Orrin Fuller has been regularly raised to the sublime degree of a royal Arch Mason." Dated '• March 22d, in the year of Light 5816." Signed: "John Coffin H. P. Resol- vert Stephens K. H. March S. Cip". William B. Adams Secy.'' Also signed by bearer on side. Seal attached by red ribbon, inserted. Imp.: wax on paper; Columns and Arch springing from a bridge, with Burning Bush, Delta Radiant, Square and Com- passes, Mitre and Crown; surrounded by legend: "Holiness to the Lord. Seal of the Anct. No. 1, Royal Arch Chap. St. N. Y." From a groundwork rises platform approached by flight of seven steps, and bearing a Mosaic Pavement. From this Pavement rise six Columns, three on each side, from the tops springing three Arches, with Key- stones opened and separated. On the upper Arch kneel two male fig- ures, naked except for Aprons, and each holding the end of a rope which hangs through the space left between the Keystones, and passes through the text of the Certificate to the Pavement below. This rope goes around the nude body of a man who is thus suspended by his middle over the Mosaic Pavement, his feet in the air, one hand covering his face, and the other reaching to pick from the floor a five-pointed Star with letter "G" in centre. To the right and back of one of the upper figures is a cloud from which projects an open Hand. To the left and behind the other figure is a similar cloud, a closed Hand hold- ing extended an Aaron's Rod. Above and at the top appears a Delta, and All-seeing Eye Radiant, in a circle of clouds. Engraved on Parch- ment. Size 15Xxl9K inches. From Bro. Thos. P. Way. Case 17. 53 Adoptive Rite Certificate. France, 1816. Issued by the Rose Etoilee Lodge in the Valley of Paris, to Sister the Widow Marie Jeanne Fran- caise Masson, nee Corneille, a native of San Domingo, aged 75 years. Certifies that she has been received as an Apprentice, Fellow Craft (galice compagnonne) and Mistress; and recommends her to all to whom this Certificate might come, especially as being the widow of a disting- uished Mason. Dated at Paris 1st day 9th month (November) A. L. 5816. A. D. 1816. Signed by the Grand Mistress, Sovereign Grand Inspectress, Sovereign Grand Custodienne, and by the Master, Ward- ens and Secretary of the Lodge: also by a number of A. & A. S. R. of- ficers. The name of the Bearer is signed after the words "ne varietur" in upper right margin. Seal of the Grand Body attached by a blue rib- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. bon inserted in slits, in a tin box. Imp.: metal on paper: two Columns, with Pedestals but no caps, on front of tlie left one " J," on front of right "R," between them Mosaic Pavement, five steps rising- therefrom; above. Square and Compasses, left point beneath the Square, in centre Blazing Sun and three Stars; above the Compasses a ribbon with le-- gend: " CONSERVONS SA FRAGHEUR," beneath which and to right of the Compasses, a Head Radiant, to left an emblem, indecipherable. • Beneath the Mosaic Pavement appears the date "5804" above and "O.. DE PARIS " below. Encircling the Columns, etc. is the legend: ' ' Resp.'. Lo'ge de la Ro^e Etoilee ." In the upper left corner is the Lodge Seal, stamped in black, enclosing within a double circle inscription: "Societe La Rose Etoilee." above: " Val.'. De Paris;'' below, a Rose resting upon a Roman Cross. At the bottom of the Certificate is a landscape and waterscape with Ark in centre, on the left a man kneel- ing on his right knee, in right hand a Scythe, left elbow resting on left knee, left hand supporting his head; behind him is an apple tree with a Serpent having a dart tail coiled around it with head hanging over a branch, holding an apple in its mouth; above the tree is a Casket with cover raised enclosing a flaming Heart; in the upper left corner, clasped hands extending from clouds the clouds on the left having a full Moon. On the right the Tower of Babel with derrick on top with which a stone is being raised; beside the Tower rises a Column with ribbon twined three times around it, Ins. above: " F :)i F *," in the centre: "J sf: A *," below: "M >}: S *,'' surmounted by a flaming Heart; to the left of the Column within a double circle, Ins.: " * SILENCE * VERTU * UNION, "above the Column a Trowel (Delta) enclosed by serrated Rays; to the left of the Trowel, a flying Dove bearing an Olive Branch. Above the body of the Certificate a ribbon scroll with knot in centre, Ins.: " PAR LA CONSTANCE ELLES SONT UNIES," from which springs a Rose with leaves, resting 'on a Ladder with three rounds, one foot of the Ladder crossing the bow; on the left of the Rose three five-pointed Stars, on the right two, each Star bearing a zodiacal sign. Engraved on Parchment. Oblong. Size l'6xl2 inches. From Bro. Wm. V. Marcet, through Wor. Louis J. Grosjean. Case 1 7. 54 Knights Templars Certificate. Ireland, 1816. Granted by Ballina Com- mandery 585 to Joseph Goodwin. Reads as follows: " In the Name of the Most Holy, Glorious and Undivided Trinity — Fath- er, Son, and Holy Ghost. WE the General Assembly of Knights Templars, and Knights of the Order of Malta, held under sanction of Lodge 585, in Ballina, on the Registry of Ireland, do certify, that our Brother Sir Joseph Goodwin was by us dubbed a Knight of that Magnanimous Order of Knights Templars and Knights of Saint John, the true and faithful Soldier of ' Jesus Christ, he having, with due honour and fortitude, justly supported the amazing Trials attending his Admission; and as such we recom- mend him to all Brothers, Sir Knights Templars and Knijfhts of Malta on the face of the Globe. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Given under our Hands, and the Seal of our General Assembly at Bal- lina the 12th day of September in the Year of our Crder of Templars 698 and of our Redemption, 1816." Signed by Thomas Jones, Grand Master, John Atkinson, Deputy Grand Master and other officers, and Joseph Goodwin. It is in three Columns, Latin, English and French^ Over the body of the Certificate is a Delta bearing legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES," surmounted by a Greek Cross and surrounded by clouds, enclosing Skull and Crossbones, Ins. on the left: "BALLINA," on the right: " S85." The Seal consisting of a Skull resting on a Sword and Battleaxe crossed, with Crossbones beneath and Book above, surmounted by a Cross on a staff extending to the bottom of the Seal, under the other emblems, Ins. above: " BALLINA." is in black wax on a black ribbon interlaced through slits oh the left side and extending nearly the length of the Certificate, and bears the imprint at tha bot- tom: "PRINTED BY BROTHER L. TUTE, 44 GREAT STRAND- STREET, DUBLIN." Printed on Parchment. Size 9x12^ inches. From Bro. Frederick Cook. Case 9. 55 Royal Arch Certificate. Ireland, 1817. At the top is " BALLINA, 585." Beneath which, in Greek is the legend: "And the Lightshineth in Dark- ness, and the Darkness knoweth it not." Following is the Certificate in usual form, in three parallel columns, Latin, English and French. Is- sued to Joseph Goodwin. "Given under our Hands, and the Seal of our Grand Chapter, this 12th day of January in the Year of the World 581 2 ." (In the Latin version appears "Datum Ballinae " &g. This is printed yet not in the other texts.) It is signed as follows, viz.; ( Pontifex Maximus. Th. Ham J High Priest, \ Grand Pretre. f Sub Legatus Jas. Anderson } Deputy Captain General I Vice Capitaine-General I Legatus Captain General Capitain General iSummista Chief Scribe Secretaire Below which is imprint: " Printed by Brother L. Tute, 44 Great-Strand Street, Dublin," and written " and of R. A S':'.E^. Masonry 3817." In- serted in the left margin, through seven slits cut in the paper, and with- in lines drawn to form a parallogram, are three narrow red ribbons, joined at bottom by a red wax seal impressed thereupon, and Imp. with an Arch resting on three steps. Altar, three Crowns and letter "G." above the word "Ballina," below "No. 585." On the back of this Seal is stamped a circular design on paper, with same inscription, &c. Black GOLLECTION MADE BY GOMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEV7 YORK. background, white letters, &c. Printed on similar paper to above de- scribed. Size Byix\2yi inches. Case 9, 55 Certificate of Excellent Master. England 1817. This Certifloate is mu- tilated, a portion being missing from the right side. It reads as follows, "TO ALL WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN. We whose Names are Subscribed do hereby Certify That our Trusty & well beloved Brother Ralph Mayers has been by us Exalted to that Sub- lime Degree of Excelle and High Excellent Master Mason in our Lodge No. & has during his stay behaved himself as became an Hon and Worthy Brother. Given under .our Hands and Se Thi3 23 day of Feby Anno Lapi 5812^ W. Master Jam s Yates S. Warden Geo., Moore J. Warden David Camp Secty Tho3 Hopkins " Seal affixed to left corner: wax on paper: illegible. Engrossed on Parchment. Size 6x7 inches. From Wor. Ralph Mayers. Case 17. Wor. Bro. Mayers is a grandson of Bro. Ralph Mayers mentioned in this Certificate. The grandfather was the founder of the first Jew- ish Orphan Asylum in London, England. 57 Notice Meeting Rising Sun Encampment. 1817. Within a square frame of lines, is a large Delta formed by parallel lines. In the apex on a black lined background is a Skull and Crossbones, contained in a smaller Delta. In the lower right corner of the large Delta is found a. similar smaller one, containing the figure Of a Rooster on similar background. In the opposite left corner a similar Delta from the sides of which rise twelve Candlesticks. The background of the large Delta is black and formed of similar lines, upon which are imposed a Maltese Cross; a Blazing seven-pointed Star, with circle in centre bearing a Roman Cross on steps, encircled by legend: "IN HOG SIGNO VINCES;" three Deltas joined, in the upper one Radiant All-seeing Eye, and in the lower one the figure "3;" with naked Sword beneath, and Urn pierced with a Sword, and a Dagger; under the Delta is a Serpent. In the remaining space in the large Delta in black letters on white background, are the words "SIR KNIGHTS VOLENTE DEO, I GREET THE. You are requested to attend a MEETING OF RISING SUN ENCAMPMENT, AT ST. JOHN'S HALL, On Wednesday EVENING next at 8 o'clock, the 1 5th day of July A. D. 1817, and of our Order, 69 By order of the I. G. M. William H. Kenny Recorder." All printed except the dates and name of Recorder. Printed on Paper. Size 6^x8 Inches. From Wor. Thos. C. Cassidy. Case 17, 58 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1818. Issued by Vernon Lodge, No. 99, Hillsdale Fort, N. Y., to Stephen Bosworth. On the two sides and above a large Globe appear three female figures, the one on the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GHAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. left leaning on Anchor, and standing upon pedestal on which are Mas- onic emblems; the one on right has three infants, two holding to her skirt and one nursing, all standing on pedestal bearing emblems; other emblems appear between the two pedestals; the third figure is in centre and above, beneath the All-seeing Eye Radiant, and a ribbon with le- gend: " Sit Lux Et Lux Fuit." The body of the Certificate consists of a large Globe, resting on a stand and supporting the Holy Bible, with in- scription: " Architectis libers ubique terrarum. We the presiding offic- ers of Vernon Lodg No. 99 in the town of Hillsdale Ft. N. Y., have conferred the sublime degree of Master Mason upon our duly qualified Brother the Bearer Stephen Bosworth who as a true & faithful member of the Masonic Family Is. hereby recommended to the favorable Notice Aid & Protection of every Free and Accepted Mason on the Globe. As a Testimontal the Seal of our Lodge is affixed May 20th A. L. 5818. Salmon Way M Albert S. Woodcock S. W Daniel Morehouse J. W Amos M. Knapp P. T. Secy " Seal, wax paper covered, suspended by blue silk ribbon. Engraved on Parchment. Size 8lix9)4 inches. Case 8. 59 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1818. Reads as follows: "The Light shineth in Darkness, and the Darkness comprehendeth it not." This is in a waved line, and above a design consisting of a draped curtain extending across the document and hanging some way down en each side with pendent tassels. It is held up in each corner by an oval Shield bearing cross-like ornaments, and in the centre a large oval, bearing a Phoenix in flames on an Altar, encircled above by words "We By Dying Life Attained," and below by the date "1793." Imposed on the curtain are emblems, midway to the right a Plumb, Square and Pickaxe; midway to the left Compasses, Level and twenty-four inch Gauge. A rope or Gable Tows winds around the curtain and emblems. Then follows: WE the MASTER AND WARDENS of PHOENIX LODGE No. 1 1," in waved lines. After which, in straight lines: "An- cient YORK MASONS held in the City of NEW YORK, N.America DO CERTIFY that the Bearer Brother James R. Stuart, who has signed his name in the margin hereof is a Regular Master Mason of our said Lodge and during his continuing with us his conduct has been truly Masonic, and as such we recommend him to all the Fraternity upon the face of the Globe. GIVEN under our Hands and the SEAL of our said Lodge this 2od day of December A. D. 1818 and A. L. 58 1 8. John Sickels J ^ Master John J. Durry Sec. Pierre Teller S. Warden Daniel Wishart J. Warden" Seal, red wax, attached by blue ribbon, inserted in left margin. Design COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. indecipherable. On margin above is written the name of the bearer- The lower part of the Certificate is occupied by an elaborate design. Two Pillars surmounted by Globes, between them a Mosaic Pavement, in background King Solomon's Temple surmounted by three human fig- ures. At the base of the right Pillar stands a female figure pouring from a Ewer in her right hand into a bowl in her left hand. At the base of the left Pillar a female figure, standing, in her right hand a mirror in-, to which she is gazing, and in her left hand Aaron's Rod. At the right side and in the rear of the right figure and Pillar is another female fig- ure, helmetted (Minerva) standing, with right arm extended downward the index finger pointing to the ground. At her feet are two recumbent Lions. To the right a flat stone or Pedestal, upon its top a closed Book, from which rises a Ladder with three rounds. At the right side and in rear of the left figure and Pillars, is another female figure (Justice,) her left hand holding a Scales above her brow, her right hand resting on a Sword. She stands erect upon a Pedestal. To her right upon another Pedestal or stone is a Bee Hive. Earth below, clouds above and around, these two figures. In the lower centre, imposed in an oval frame, is a female figure seated with three children in her arms, the upper portion of her body only shown. Beneath this oval in very fine type are the words "Bros. Rollington Sculpsit M. of P. L." Engraved on Parch- ment. Size 9 >^xl 2;^ inches. From Bro. Durham. Case 7. r 60 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1819. In the upper centre is the All-seeing Eye, Radiant from clouds. In Old English Script, with many flourishes, appears above, " And God Said;" to the left: "Let There Be Light;" to the right: "And there was Light;" and below: "To all Free and Accepted Masons." Beneath is the Certificate itself as follows : "The true and faithful wheresoever dispersed. GREETING; Be it known that Francis Mallaby is a Member of our antient fraternity & a Master MASON whose zeal we commend to the enlightened and wor- thy. In testimony the seal of Athol Lodge No. 308 is hereunto affixed the 26 day of July ano 5819 year of MASONRY held in Sackets Har- bor Town of Houndsfield County of Jefferson & State N. York North America. Hiram Steele M. A. Kinney Secy Eleazar A. Scott S. W. W. H. Hunton J. W." In the extreme upper left corner are the words " Gen, I, 3;" along the left side are the words "Whereof the entitled hath here wrote hisName." These both in very small type. There follows the signature "Francis Mallaby." In the lower centre at bottom, on groundwork, is the seated figure of a female with large uncovered breasts and two children at her knees handling the breasts. Her right hand supports an upright pole which rises from the ground at her feet and extends up and through the Certificate proper, which is thereby divided into unequal parts. The top of this pole curves over and from it is pendent a rod from each end of which hang chains supporting Scales. These chains hang from hooks. GOLLEGTION MADE BY GOMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF f>EW YORK. and at each there is a flying Seraph, one hand resting on the hook and the other pointing- upwards. Above the head of the Seraph on the right appears the Moon and Stars, and above that on the left the Sun, impos- ed on clouds. Upon groundwork on the bottom left rises a winged Hour Glass, standing on the top of which is the figure of a Man, dressed in a jacket and knee-breeches, wearingt an Apron, and holding in his left hand an open Book. Upon a representation of water, at the bottom right, is an Ark, on top of which stands the figure of a man similarly attired, and holding in his right hand an open Book. Both figures are uncovered, and their heads nearly touch the flowing robes of the two Seraphim. Their arms with hands holding Books, cross the hanging chains. Both wear collars, suspended from the one on the right being crossed Keys, from the one on the left crossed Pens. Between the wing- ed Hour Glass and the seated female is a Royal Arch Sanctuary, with three Columns on" each side, draped curtains and the Arch at the further end. On its floor appears a five-pointed Star and a Coffin, against which rest a Scythe, Spade, and Sprig of Acacia. Between the seated female and the Ark is groundwork, imposed with an unfinished Temple with man at work thereon and the letter "G;"' also a Horn of Plenty, a Bee Hive, and a male figure seated on a square stone upon which he is at work with a Mallet and Chisel. Attached to the Ark by a rope, and resting on the ground, is an Anchor. A Dove bearing an Olive branch in its beak, appears in the air flying to the Ark. Beneath the ground upon which the' Hour Glass rests, appears in very small charac- ters the words " C. W t Sep t for W. B. Wy." The Seal is attached on the leftside by a blue ribbon inserted. It is in red wax and impressed with Square, Compasses and letter " G" in centre, surrounded bywords "Athol Lodge 308." Engraved on heavy paper. Size 8xl2^'-2 inches. From R.-.W.-. L. W. Jewell. Case 7. Bro. Mallaby was a Sailing Master under Commodore Perry at the Battle of Lake Erie, and commanded at Sackett's Harbor Naval Station, for many years thereafter. 61 Master Mason's Certificate. Kentucky, 1820. At the top in centre ap- pears a Delta with surrounding clouds and beneath the All-seeing Eye surrounded by three rings, all Radiant. To the left Moon and Stars. To the right the Sun Radiant. In a semicircle the legend: "And the Darkness comprehendeth it not in the East a place of Light where reigns Silence & Peace." At the bottom the Mosaic Pavement with open Book and Square and Compasses (one point beneath the Square); three Burning Candles on Pedestals, Rough and Perfect Ashlars, Rule, Plumb, Square, Mallet, Stone Hammer, Trowel, Sword pointing to Heart, Scythe, Pick, Shovel, and Skull and Crossbohes. Also female figure, seated, babe at breast, child sitting by side and child at knee, both nude. At left rise two Columns, one with female figure holding open Book standing at top, and the letter " W'" on base; the other unsurmounted with letter "B" on base. At the right rises a Column surmounted by a female figure standing, right arm outstretched and left supporting an Anchor; at base letter " S." On the inner side of this column running COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODOE OF NEW YORK. parallel are the words: " We have caused our Brother to sign his name in the margin." At the other side is the signature "Standish Forde." The Certificate is between the Columns and reads as follows viz • "We the MASTER, WARDENS and SECRETARY of Lexington Lodge No. 1 held in the Town of Lexington and State of Kentucky do certify that the Bearer hereof, our worthy Brother Standish Forde has been regularly initiated into the Third degree of Masonry as appears by the ' register of said Lodge regularly constituted, as such he has been receiv- ed by us and being a true and faithful! Brother is hereby recommended to the favour and protection of all Free and Accepted Masons whereso- ever dispersed. In witness whereof we have caused the Seal of our said Lodge to be hereunto affixed this 28 day of July Salvation 1820 & of Masonry 5820. H. Clay M. James Groves S. W. (i"S) Benjn. Koiser J. W. Will H. Rainey Se'y" Seal impressed. Bible with Square and Compasses, three Candles on Pedestals, and Coffin, surrounded by words: "SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT. LEXINGTON LOt)GE No. 1. KENT." Engraved on Parch- ment. Size 9x1 1 inches. From Bro. Chas. W. Morris. Case 7. The Master was Henry Clay the distinguished Statesman. 62 Rose Croix Certificate, A. & A. S. R. 18th Degree. France, 1825. Sim- ilar to No. 34. Issued to Andrew Joseph Stephen La Range. Dated June 3d, 1823. The Certificate is No. 244. In place of the cabalistic characters on the ribbon above the central upper design, appears the legend: " SUPREMUS EQUITUM CRUCIS. IN VALLE PARISINA CAMENTUS." There are two wax Seals, upon pieces of cardboard which in turn are attached to slips of white paper, the whole being an- nexed by ribbons, one red the other white and red, inserted through slits. The impression on these is indecipherable. Engraved on Parchment. Size 12^x16 inches. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 17. 63 Master Mason's Certificate. England, 1823. His Royal Highness the Duke of Sussex, Grand Master. Certifies that Brother Alexander Whaley Light was initiated Febry 4th, 5823, and admitted to the 3d degree May 1st, 5823, in the Marquis of Granby Lodge No. 204, of Durham. It is dated July 24th, 5823, A. D. 1823. Signed by William H. White, and by Edw. Harper, G. Sec. In English and Latin, parallel columns. Seal of Grand Lodge attached in middle of left side, white circle on black square, paper, arms in centre surrounding inscription: "United Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons England." On opposite right side appears " Ne Varietur," but it is not signed by bearer. De- sign: three upright Columns rising from Mosaic Pavement, upon which at the foot of and between the Columns, are two Globes, Rough and COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Perfect Ashlar, (on latter being written the number "1214," with Lewis and Compasses inserted in top,) Setting Maul, Level, Plumb, and the Square upon an open Book. At the top of the document in the centre is the English Coat of Arms. Engraved on Parchment. Size 12x15^ inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 8. 64 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, ] 824. Issued by Temple Lodge, Albany, N. Y. to John Moore. This Certificate is similar in all respects to No. 57. It is dated "'the Twenty-sixth day of April in the year of Masonry 5824." and signed by "J. 0. Cole, M., Tho.s Lee S. W. Simeon Rowell J. W. J. C. Munch Secy." The name of the bearer is signed on the margin. Seal on white paper, serrated, attached to blue ribbon in- serted in cuts. Imp. In centre a large building, encircled by legend: " Temple Lodge, No. 53 Albany " On margin below the words: " Al- bany. Published by Ralph Rawdon.'' Engraved on Parchment. Size Sj^xl 0J4 inches. From Bro. J. W. Moore. Case 8. 65 Master Mason's Certificate issued by " Orange Lodge at Waterford in the County of Saratoga, State of New York" to "Edward Curtis (Sen. Warden,)" dated 8th September A. L. 5824. Signed by Edwards Dickinson M., Edward Curtis — S. W. Robert Moe, Secy. (Blank space for J. W.) No Seal attached. Same in other respects as No. 57, and evidently engraved from the same plate. Parchment. Size 8^x10% inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 8. 66 This is a blank Certificate similar to No. 57. On the bottom of these Cer- tificates are the words: " Drawn and Engraved by Brother Amos Doo- little New Haven for H. Parmele. Copyright secured. The above may be had of Broth.''s Wm M^ Corkle, Phila Saml Maverick, N. York. A. Doolittle, New Haven, and J. W. Clark Albany. DIPLOMA of the Srd , DEC." From Evergreen Lodge. Case 8. 67 Certificate of the Election of the OfBcers of the Grand Lodge (Country) New York. 1824. Case 18, 68 Master Mason's Certificate. Hamburg, Germany, 1829. Issued to Johann Hinrich Jacob Meyer, by Pelican Lodge under the Provincial Grand Lodge of Hamburg, dated March 23d, 1829. It is signed by the Mas- ter, Deputy Master, Senior and Junior Wardens and Secretary. The ■ Seal of the Lodge impressed in red wax covered by white paper consist- ing of a serrated circle enclosing an Altar resting on a Mosaic Pave- ment, on the left, Level and Skull and Crossbones, on the right, a Globe on stand with Compasses above, above the Altar a Pelican feeding her young, resting on a Cable Tow with ends extending on either side, en- closed by Ins.: " SIEGEL DER LOGE ZUM PELICAN IN HAM- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. BURG" at the bottom. The Seal of the Provincial Grand Lodge of" Hamburg-, consisting of an Altar resting on a Mosaic Pavement, on the front Square and Compasses, the left point of the Compasses beneath the Square, on the Altar is a cushion on which rests a Cable Tow and Mallet, within a serrated circle and nearly surrounded by Ins.: "SIEG: D: PROVINZIAL FREYMAURER.LOGE V: ;^1DEP. SACHSEN IN HAMBURG," printed in a square bearing the signature of the Provin- cial Deputy Grand Master, above the body of the Certificate. The sig- nature of Bro. Meyer appears in the margin. Engraved on paper and mounted on Muslin. Size 17,1^x15 inches. From M.-.W.-. E, M. L. Ehlers. Case 8. 69 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1828. Granted to Brother Abraham Jacobs of York Lodge, No. 367, dated "fifth day of February A. 5828." It is signed by "Thos. G.Potter W. M. Geo G. Sickels S. W. W. Anareas, Secy Henry Basley J. W." On the right of the Lodge Certificate is the Grand Lodge Certificate, signed by 0. W. Lownds, Grand Secy. The Certificate bears three Columns, the centre Column separating the two Certificates; between the two outer Columns is a Platform representing a Mosaic Pavement, approached by three steps, on which the centre Column rests; on the base of the two cuter Columns are five-pointed Stars, above is a Rad- iant All-seeing Eye surrounded by serrated Rays. On the left of the Column is an oblong for signature. The Seals are paper, the Lodge Seal blue, serrated edge, bearing Square and Compasses, the right point of the Compasses beneath the Square, enclosing a Radiant Sun, above on the left, Moon, on the right, four Stars, below on the left, Level, on the right. Gauge, Ins. above: "YORK LODGE No. 367," below: " NEW YORK;" the Grand Lodge Seal red, plain edge. Engrossed on Parchment. Size 10)4x\b}i inches. (See No. 18 G. > From Bro. Barnet. Case 7. ro Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1831. Certifies that Brother Peter Seely is a regular Master Mason of Kin g Lodge No. 505 held in the City of New York. In parallel Columns, English and French. Dat- ed at the City of New York the 6tH day of July A. D. 1 83 1 A. L. 583 1 . Signed by James Herring, Gi'and Secretary. Seal of Grand Lodge, wax on paper affixed. This certificate is similar in other respects to No. 80. Engraved on Parchment. Size 14_?4xl Zji^ inches. From Bro. Thos. G. Lesly. Case 8. 71 Master Mason's Certificate. France, 1834. Issued by Lodge " Admirers of the Universe." under the authority of the Grand Orient of France, to Bro. Hugues Millet. Recites that he was born at Meulon (Seine Etoilee) on January 10, 1794, had duly received the Third Degree, and was en- titled to be received, etc. Dated Febry 26, 5834. Large number of COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. signatures with various hieroglyphics attached. Heavy wax Seal in tin box, attached by a cord. Entirely illegible. Very elaborate design. Below a Mosaic Pavementand three steps in the centre are three winged Cherubim grouped, one holding a Trestle Board showing five Columns, to which he points with a stylus: the others look on. On each side rises a Column draped with heavy curtains, nearly concealing the shaft, and covering the tops. These curtains are joined at the top by cords with tassels. At the base of the^ left Column is inscribed: "NE VARIE- TUR," with the signature written below: "Millet." The base of the right Column contains the words "PAR M. DE LA CD." The space below is blank. The field between the curtains at top bears clouds with full-faced Moon to left; clouds with a female head Radiant to right; and in the centre two flying Cherubim, one holding a Square and Com- passes surmounted by a Crown, the other holding aloft a scroll inscribed "POST TENEBRAS LUX." Beneath the Moon is stamped a small oval in black so blurred as to be illegible, but having the words "De L' Universe." Between parallel lines across the entire top are printed the words " Certificat Accorde Au F.'.;" and written the words " Millet, hugues. Maitre.'' Engraved on Parchment. Size 13^x15^' inches. Case 8. 72 Certificate 18°, Rose Croix, A. & A. S. R. Ireland, 1840. Issued by ' the Original Chapter of Prince Masons Knights of the Eagle and Pel- ican Grand Rose Croix," to Walter Bishop Mant. Dated " 9th day of April A. D. 1840 Dublin." The Certificate is in Latin in three parallel columns and is signed above on the left "Leinster" (Duke of Leinster) with Eminent Commander mark; below, by "Geo. B. Grant W. S."and six other officers of the Chapter. Above the body of the Certificate are figures symbolic of Faith, Hope and Charity, above which is Ins. in a curved line: " ORIGINAL CHAPTER OF PRINCE MASONS." At- tached by red ribbons are Seals, (in metal capsules,) of the Chapter bearing within a double circle Ins.: "ORIGINAL CHAPTER OF PRINCE MASONS OF IRELAND," a Shield quartered, bearing a Greek Cross, on the upper left corner, an Eagle; on the right a Pelican feeding her young, on the lower left, a Rose on a stem with two leaves, on the right a Roman Cross, above the Shield a. Crown; and " of the Supreme Council of Rites;'' bearing within a double circle Ins.: " SU- PREME COUNCIL OF RITES FOR IRELAND," a double-headed Eagle standing on a naked Sword. Engraved on Parchment. Size 1 3 x]4X inches. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 17. 73 Royal Arch Certificate. England, 1840. Upon a Mosaic Pavement ex- tending across the document, stands an upright oblong monument, with Pedestal and Capstone. On the face of the Capstone is inscribed: "We the most Excellent GRAND MASTER, of the Grand and Royal Chapter of the ROYAL ARCH in due form assembled AT FREE MASONS HALL, LONDON." On the face of the monument proper is the certifi- cate itself, in English and Latin, in parallel columns. It reads as fol- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. lows, viz.: " TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN These are to certify That our Excellent Brother Walter Bishop Mant who hath in the Marg-in signed his name is a regular ROYAL ARCH MASON admitted into our mysteries on the 27 day of April A L 5850 by the Chapter of Lodge No. 48 Meeting at Bath, called R.'. Cumberland Chapter and is registered in our Grand Chapter of Royal Arch in LONDON on the 1 day of October in the Year of Masonry 583 1. In Testimony whereof ■we have subscribed our Names and affixed the Seal of our Grand Chap- ter this 7 day of December in the Year of our Lord 1840 and of Mas- onry 5840." On the face of the Pedestal appears the letter " Z " and beneath the signature "Augustus K. Greg," the letter "J " and beneath the signature "J. Hamilton; and the letter " H " and beneath the signa- ture "Zetland." On an ornamental design beneath and in the lower margin of the Certificate appears the letter "N" and the signature "A. Tobie per W. Warren G. K.;" and the letter "E" and the signature "William H. White." The background of the Certificate is shaded dark the designs standing out light upon it. To the left of the monument is an oblong figure within which is the signature " Walter B. Mant,'' fol- lowed by what appears to be his Mark. Beneath this, is a double cir- cle having imposed a six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas interlaced and in centre a Sun on Delta Radiant. Above the monument is a Delta Radiant bearing a segmented figure in centre. Above this in a semi- circle appears in large characters the letters "ITNOTGAOT U." At the right of the monument and opposite the Delta design, is the Seal, wax on paper, serrated white circle on black octagon. Imp. in centre, coat of arms w.ith motto "Audi Tace Vide," encircled by legend: "Uni- ted Grand Chapter. Royal Arch Masons of England." Engraved on Parchment. Size 11 fiX 15^^ inches. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 17. 74 Knight Templar Certificate. Ireland, 1841. Issued by " his Grace Au- gustus Frederick Duke of Leinster, Most Eminent and Supreme Grand Master of the Royal and Exalted Orders of Knights of the Sword, Knights of the East, of the East and West, and of the Religious and Military Orders of Masonic Knights Templars, Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, Palestine, &c." Certifies that "Brother Robert Stewart of the Council and Chapter of No. 2, held in their field of Encampment in Dublin," has been duly admitted and initiated as a member of the above Orders. Dated at Dublin June 24th, A. L. 5841 A. D. 1841. Signed by the Grand Chancellor and Register. Marked " Cancelled." The Seal on the lower left hand corner has been cut off. The upper part of the Certificate contains figures of two Seraphim, one in each corner, hold- ing a connecting ribbon inscribed: "GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGH- EST AND ON EARTH PEACE AND GOOD WILL TOWARDS MEN." In the middle of this ribbon is a seven-pointed Star upon which is superimposed within a circle a Gross with a Skull and Grossbones and a Crescent Moon, with surrounding legend: "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES." Beneath this is a black-bordered Square, containincf a black octagon, thus leaving the four inner corners of the square white. In the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF HEW YORK. upper left hand of these corners is a Maltese Gross, in the upper right corner is an eight-pointed Star crossed by two Swords, in the lower left corner the number "11," and in the lower right corner the number "18." Upon this octagon is superimposed in white a Radiant seven-pointed Star upon which is a circle containing the legend: "IN THE NAME OF THE HOLY AND UNDIVIDED TRINITY. VIRTUTE ET SILEN- TIA." Within this circle is a Delta bearing the legend: " GHRIST- US REGNAT VINGET ET IMPERAT TRIA JUNCTA IN UNA." and in the centre of the Triangle is the letter "E." Beneath this square in small type are the words " Engraved & Printed by Brother Geo. Allen, 22 Wicklow St. Dublin." Below all these and immediately above the Certificate proper, appears a ground with tents in the baclcground; to the right a Sl^xl3>^ inches. Case 17. 75 Master Mason's Certificate. Holland 1844. Issued under the authority of the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands, by " Lege de Star in het Oos- ten " (Lodge of the Star in the East,) to Brother Pieter Hendrick van der Weyde, aged 31 years, etc." Commences: " JUNCTUS AMOR VIRTUTE LEVAT SUPER AETHERA FRATRES," the remainder being in the Dutch language. Dated at " Zierikzee the first day of the first month in the year of Light 5844." Signed by the Master, Senior and Junior Wardens, Secretary and Treasurer, and also by the bearer. Red wax Seal in tin box attached by red ribbon inserted in left margin. Ins.: In centre Blazing Star, Compasses above. Square below. Cable Tow surrounding; beneath Sun rising over water and an Anchor: all encircled by a legend in the Dutch language. Name of Grand Secretary signed on left margin. Above this signature in upper left corner of mar- gin is stamped an oval shaped design encircled by knotted rope or Ca- ble Tow, a linear circle, and a circle of points: within, the words " Sil- entio et Fide," and a Square and Compasses, remainder undistinguish- able. The Certificate itself is surrounded by an ornamental border of crossed Triangles forming a square, in one corner the Square, Compasses and Segment, in one the Blazing Star, in the third a Level, and in the fourth a Plumb. In the lower margin is written in English, the follow- ing, viz.: " I certify the above □ Starin the East, to be a regularly con- stituted □ under the Grand □ of the Netherlands. June 30, 1849. James Herring, Gr. Sect. G. □ S. N. York." Vised by the Lodge "Union Makes Strength" in the East of the Hague, 1847. J. W. Hartman, Secty. Vised by the Lodge " Silentium," March 12th, 1847. G. Y. Hackwater, Secty. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Vised again by same Lodge same year. Engrossed on very heavy Parcliment. Size lOxlSX inches. From Wor. Benno Loewy. Case 8. 76 Master Mason's Certificate. France, 1844. Issued by Lodge "United Friends in Good Faith," to "Raymond Antoine Cabrol, aged 42 years." At commencement are the letters "A.'. L.'. G.'. D.'. G.'. A.'. D.'. L'U.'. Au nom et sous les Auspices du G.'. 0.'. de France," etc. Dated the 2d, day of the 1 1th month of the year L.'. V.'. L.\5844 Ere Vul.'. le 2 Jan- vrier 1844. Large number of signatures and hieroglyphics. In upper left corner "Ne Varietur" and the signature "Cabrol M.'." No Seal at- tached. Two impressions stamped in black, one oval and the other cir- cular, but they are illegible. The former is in the usual place for a Seal, the latter in the upper right corner. Elaborate etched desjgn, ob- scure in details. On the right side are Palm Trees rising among two Columns, with shrubbery, seated in which is a female figure with child at breast, and two clinging to her skirts. In the lower middle is the standing figure of a full bearded man, wearing robes and a Crown, and holdingin his right hand a. Sceptre. In the background Palm Trees and two Pyramids . In the foreground an Urn, Sword, Dagger, Stone Ham- mer, etc. In lower left corner appears a cave, within the mouth the prostrate figure of a man, and above him a clenched hand grasping a Dagger. Approaching the entrance to the cave are the figures of a man and a dog, who have apparently just discovered the figure inside. Above this are three floating female figures, one carrying a Lyre, an- other a Scroll, and the third a Torch. In the upper middle centre is the figure of a woman, floating above clouds, her right arm extended up- ward, herleft hand holding a branch. She is nude except fora drapery flying from her shoulders. Below her on the clouds are a Book, Scroll, Mercury's Rod, Horn of Plenty, Compasses, Lyre, two Globes, Square, and Sword. Heavy Parchment. Size 12%xl 8^ inches. Case 8. ?7 Master Mason's Certificate. Pennsylvania, 1 849. Issued by the Grand Lodge to Bro. Leon Hyneman, Past Master of Lafayette Lodge No. 71, Philadelphia. Dated June 2d, 1849. Signed by " Wm. Whitney, D. G. M. Peter Fritz, G. M. James Hutchinson, J. G. W. Anthony Bournonville, S. G. W. John Thomson, Gr. Treas. Wm. H. Adams, G. Sec. ' Also signed by the bearer. Text of Certificate is in parallel columns, English and French. Paper covered wax Seal of Grand Lodge in upper right corner. At top, in centre to left of Seal is figure of Seraph, in right hand a Sprig of Acacia, in left a trumpet applied to lips; from trumpet is suspended a scroll with legend: "Grand Lodge of Pennsyl- vania." A long flowing ribbon extends almost to left edge of Certifi- cate, inscribed: "Ad Majorem Supremi Architect! Gloriam." On left rise two Columns, one surmounted by female figure holding a Book, the other being unsurmounted. On right rises a third Column surmounted by female figure leaning on Anchor. Across bottom of Certificate is a COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. representation of the Earth, on which these Columns rest. In centre is Goat of Arms of the State of Pennsylvania. To left, seated female fig- ure nursing infant, with two nude children seated at her side holding- Book, the other standing at her knee. In background, trees, to right. Plumb, Square, Level and Compasses, and a church. Engraved in black on Parchment. Size 12x14 inches. From Bro. Chas. Sotheran. Case 8. 78 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1850. Issued by Ocean Lodge, No.' 156, to Brother John T. Smith. Dated April 19th, 5850. Signed by •' George Skinner, W. M. John T. Smith, S. W. Hobart Berrian, J. W. Alfred T. Thorp, Sec'y" Attested by R. R. Boyd, Grand Secy, on same date, with Seal of Grand Lodge attached. Signature of bearer in margin. Lodge Seal. Imp. in black, a full rigged ship within a circle, inscribed above: "OCEAN LODGE" the name being divided by an inverted Square and Compasses; below: " No. 156 MARCH 5, 1850" Printed in black on Parchment. Size 8Xx9'4 inches. From Wor. W. C. Bennett. Case 8. The Master, George Skinner, was for many years Grand Pursuivant of the Grand Lodge of New York. 79 Master Mason's Certificate. England, 1852. The Right Honorable the Earl of Zetland, Grand Master. Certifies that Maurice W. F. Saint John was initiated Jan'y 21 5851, and admitted to the 3d. degree May 6th, 5851, in Marquis of Granby Lodge No. 146 Durham. It is dated May 24th, 5852, A. D. 1852, and signed by William H. White, G. Sec. Similar in all other respects to Certificate No. 62. Engraved on Parch- ment. Size 1 l^i^^x 15 J^ inches. From R.'.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 8. 80 Certificate or Notice of the Election on June 8th, 1853, and installation of the Officers of the " Phillips " Grand Lodge, viz., Mordecai Myers, G. M.; Nathaniel F. Waring, D. G. M.; James Jenkinson, S. G. W.; Oliver C. Denslow, J. G. W.; James Herring, Gd. Secty.; and John Horspool, Gd. Treas. It bears the official signatures of each of these, and has an impression of the Grand Lodge Seal. Dated June 13th, 1853. Partly printed and partly written. On paper. Size 10^x17 inches. Case 18. 81 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 1854. Issued to Fracis Brandon of Mt. Neboh Lodge 257. Certificate is in both English and French. Dated October 20th, 1854. Signed by James M. Austin Grand Secre- tary. Seal of Grand Lodge impressed on paper. Upper part occupied by flying Seraph blowing trumpet, surrounded by clouds. In lower part appears usual two Columns surmounted by female figures. There is an elaborate groundwork of earth and mountains. In the centre an Altar bearing Bible, Square and Compasses, one point beneath the Square, and on front the inscription: " Registered in GrO No. 1898. In his □ No. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 49." To the left of the Altar female figure seated, with three children- To the right are three figures standing, namely that of Minerva holding a spear in one hand and a Shield in the other, with Indian head on face; a man in short clothes, wearing an Apron, with Square suspended from his neck, and holding an open scroll with arms of Grand Lodge and a figure of (presumably) Hercules, with club in hand, and wearing a lion's skin. Engraved on Parchment. Size 15x^1.8^ inches, From Bro. J. J. Lucas. Case 8. This Certificate was found by Major J. J. Lucas of the Confederate Army, oft the deck of the Steamer Isaa.c P. Smith, captured on April 4, 1863, at Stone River, near Charleston, S. C. It has since remained in the possession of Major Lucas, until presented to the Committee. 82 Master Mason's Certificate. Holland, 1857. The text is in Latin and Dutch in parallel columns. "NOMINE UNIUS SUMMI RERUM AB IPSO CREATARUM ARCHITECTS OPTIMI MAXIMI QUORUMLI- BET VERE BONORUM LARGITORIS . S.-. F.-. P.'. S.'. V.-. P.-. IN OFFICINA, LUMINE COLLUSTRATA, ORISENEM VERSUS, UBI HABITANT PAX, CHARITAS ET CONCORDIA," etc. Issued to J. F. Hautmanby L'Union Provinciale Lodge of Groningen, Holland; dated " die XXVI menses XII anni verae lucis lOOIOCGCVlI." (Deer. 26, 1857.) Bears fourteen or fifteen signatures, indecipherable. The bearer's name is signed twice, beneath appropriate directions in Latin and Dutch. Seal attached to left corner, by orange and green ribbon, inserted. Wax, on paper. Imp. nearly illegible, but has two upright male figures with hands clasped, and beneath the date " 5772." In the lower centre and below the signatures, is an ornamental design, which contains a Crown through which is thrust an Olive Branch, a Square Level, Chisels, Trowel, &c. At the top are two branches with leaves, and a rope or Cable Tow, knotted and with ends terminating in tassels which ha,ng on each side of the text. At upper left corner is an oval Radiant containing a Monument having on the side the Square, Com- passes and segment, and Skull and Crossbones. In front of this stands a Lion with fore paw resting on a closed and sealed Book. In the foreground Plumb, Level, Trowel, etc. At upper right corner is an oval surrounded by branches joined, with plain shaded centre and "No^ 2937." Adjoining these ovals are two signatures, indecipherable. Upon the back of this Certificate, in the upper right corner, is the fol- lowing inscription written in English, viz. : " This is to certify that I'Union Provincial Lodge in Groningen, Kingdom of Holland is a legally consti- tuted Lodge under the Jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge' of the Netherlands, and that this Diploma is therefore entitled to full credit, (sgd.) G. Bauer Distr Deput Grand Master, Representative of the Most Worshipful Grand Mother Lodge of the 3 Globes in Berlin & the M. W. Grand Lodge zur intracht in Darmstadt. Or.'. New York, 21st May A. L. 5866. Reg. No. 526." (This last in red ink.) Im- pressed in white and black is a small Seal on paper. Imp. with Square and Compasses, and within two hands clasped; and the letters " F. B, COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Rep." on sides thereof: surrounded by a chain. Engraved on thin Parch- ment. Size 15x1 7 J^ inches. From Wor. J. S. JVIiller. Case 8. 83 Certificateof the Rite of Memphis. New York, 1860. Certifies that Antoine Cabrol "has been elevated to the 34th Degree Knight Kadosch Temp- lar," Dated "Valley of New York 1st day of Paophi (April) 1860, E. V. Year of True Light 000.000.000." The signature is that of the "Pa- triarch, Grand Representative of the Celestial Empire of the Masonic Order of Memphis," and is illegible. There is a blue Seal, printed, of a triangular shape. ' The only emblem is a Delta Radiant, with six-pointed Star in centre. Printed on very thin paper of a bluish tint. The writ- ing is in pale red ink. Size 8J^x]3J-^ inches. Case 18. 84 Certificate of the Rite of Memphis. New York, 1869. Issued to Thomas S. Crump, and certifying that he is a Sublime Patriarch 32d degree, and must be recognized as a Sublime Prince of Memphis.. Dated from "Our Orient overlooking the Valley of New York," March 1st, 1869. It bears the signatures of no less than eleven dignitaries, among them John J. Crane, M. D. Grand Administrator; Alex. B. Mott, M. D. Grand Ex- pert; Benjamin S. Hill, Grand Secretary General Celestial Empire; and Harry J. Seymour, Sovereign Grand Master for America: all of the33d degree. There are five paper Seals attached, one in gold, one in red, one in silver, and two in blue, one of the latter being triangular in shape. There are a large number of emblems including two Sphinxes, two Ob- elisks, with an ornamental border containing other emblems. Litho- graphed on paper. Size 21%x26 inches. Case 18 85 Master Mason's Certificate, Ireland, 1864. From a groundwork at bot- tom rise three Pillars, one on each side and one in the centre of the Cer- ' tificate. At the base of the left Pillar a female figure is standing, hold- ing aloft a goblet in her right hand, while on her left arm is resting a Cross, the foot of which touches an open Book that rests against a Ter- restrial Globe, back of which appears a rough A.shlar bearing a Mallet and Chisel. At the base of the central Pillar sits a female figure, with an infant in arms and two children at her knees. Below them is a cov- ered box having on top the Square, Plumb and Level, and on front the words "Registered as Master Mason 14th day of January 1864," the date being written. At the base of the right Pillar is a female figure standing, with right hand resting upon an Anchor. Near this figure is the Perfect Ashlar with Square and Compasses, another Globe, and the Book of Constitutions. Above the top of the left Column is the Grand Lodge Seal, impressed on heavy dark blue paper. On a curved line at centre of the top the words " Grand Lodge of Ireland," above a Radiant Delta, in the centre of which appear Hebrew characters. Above the top of the right Column are large Square and Compasses, with ribbon en- twined, and a label across bearing the name " John Hopkins." Between COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. the Pillars is the Certificate proper, in English and in Latin, certifying that John Hopkins of Lodge 67 has " been initiated in all the Degrees of our Mysteries;" and is "Given in the Grand Lodge at Dublin, the Me- tropolis of Ireland this 16th day of May In the year of Masonry 5364." Signed by the Grand Secretary and Deputy Grand Secretary. , On the side are the words " Lodge No. 6? Cork." Printed on Parchment. Size 11^^x15 inches. Case 8. 86 Master Mason's Certificate. New York, 18?0. Issued by Common- wealth Lodge, No. 409, Brooklyn, to Samuel S. Conant. Dated March 22d, 1870. Authenticated by James M. Austin, Grand Secretary. Seal of Grand Lodge, in white. Very elaborate design and symbolism. Printed in blue, on Parchment, Size 12x16 inches. From Bro. Horatio C. King. Case 9. 87 Royal Arch Certificate. New York, 1870. Issued by Oriental Chapter, No. 138, Brooklyn, to Samuel S. Conant. Dated April 22d, 1870. Authenticated by Christopher G. Fox, Grand Secretary. Seal of Grand Chapter, in gold. Adorned by very handsome Capitular emblems. Printed in red, on Parchment. Size 1 2x 1 6 inches. From Bro. Horatio C. King. Case 9. 88 Master Mason's Certificate. England, 1872. The Most Honorable the Marquis of Ripon, K. C, Grand Master. Certifies that Brother Edward Price McCrea was initiated September 18th, 5871, and admitted to the Third Degree October 16th, 5871, in Tuscan Lodge No. 1027 Shang- hai, China. Dated March 1st, A. L. 5872. A. D. 1872. Signed by John Hervey, G. Sec. Also signed by the bearer. Similar in all other respects to Certificate No. 62 G. Engraved on Parchment. Size 11% xl53^ inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. Brother McCrea was a Captain in U. S. Navy. 89 Master Mason's Certificate. Shanghai, China, 1872. Reads as follows: "TUSCAN LODGE No. 1027. SHANGHAI, CHINA. To the Grand Secretary of THE UNITED GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND, WE the Worshipful Master Wardens & Secretary do hereby certify that our Brother Edward Price McCrea who hath signed his Name in the mar- gin was initiated into the First Degree of Free Masonry on the 18th Septr. 1871 & raised to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason on the 16th Octr. 1871 in the Tuscan Lodge No. 1027, held at Shanghai, China, and that his fees for registration and Grand Lodge Certificate have been duly forwarded to the Grand Lodge. Given under our hands and seal this 9th day of April A. D. 1872 A. L. 6872 at Shanghai, ' China. Path Orme W. M. C. Gombert act. S. W. C. H. F. Shutse, J. W. Charles Rivington Secretary." Bro. McCrea's name is signed in the margin. The only design is an upright Column at top between the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. words "Tuscan Lodge" and "No. 1027." Engraved on thin Parch- ment. Size 8^'xl \yi inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. « 90 Commission of Capt. Edward Price McCrea, U. S. N., as District Grand Pursuivant of District Grand Lodge of China. Shanghai, China, 1872. H. Murray, D. G. M. " District Grand Lodge of CHINA. Know by these Presents all Brethren of the Ancient and Royal Craft of Free and Ac- cepted Masons THAT WE HENRY MURRAY ESQUIRE Constituted and Appointed Right Worshipful District Grand Master of British Free Masonry in China by Patent under the Seal of the UnitedGrand Lodge of England and dated the 7th of September A. L. 5865 A. D. 1865 do hereby Nominate and Appoint our Brother Captain EDWARD PRICE McCREA U. S. N. of the Tuscan Lodge No. 1027 Shanghai to the Of- fice of District Grand Pursuivant in this District Grand Lodge and do claim for him to have, to hold and to enjoy all and every such Rank Privileges and Immunities as do of right pertain to District Grand Of- ficers. Given at the City of Shanghai in the Empire of China under our Hand and the seal of the District Grand Lodge this 1 st day of March A. L. 5872 A. D. 1872 By Command of the R. W. District G. Master. Signed Wm. Harwood Ghas. E. Endicott D. G. Registrar. D. G. Secretary." The Seal consisting of a ribbon Ins. on the right: "DISTRICT GRAND" on the left: " LODGE OF CHINA " within an oval, enclosing a Pagoda surrounded by foliage with Radiant All-seeing Eye above, in right field the Blazing Sun, in the left, Stars, is stamped in red. The Commission is in twenty-three lines, the first line curved and all printed except sig- natures, on heavy paper. Size 15>^x22>^ inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 91 Certificate of Mark, Past, and M. E. Mason. Shanghai, China, 1872. It is all in the same handwriting, and is as follows, viz.: "This is to cer- tify that Companion E. P. McCrea of Zion Chapter E. C. Shanghai has received the Mark, Past and Most Excellent Master Degrees in Key- stone Royal Arch Chapter U. S. A. Given under my hand and the Seal of. the Chapter at Shanghai China this Eight day of April in the year of light 5872 and of the discovery 2402. Gustow Rohl Secretary " Seal, stamped on left side, raised letters, not inked. In shape of a Keystone. Within a dotted line is the legend: " KEYSTONE R. A. CHAPTER SHANGHAI CHINA," and in an inner circle the words "Jurisdiction 1870 U. S. A." Written on double sheet of letter paper. Size 8x9?4 inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 92 Certificate Council Princes of Jerusalem, 16th Degree, A. & A. Rite H. R. D. M. England, 1872. Certifies that Edward Price McCrea has COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTISUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. received the degrees of the Symbolic Lodges, Lodge of Perfection, &c., and that "at the Cathay Chapter Rose Croix of H. R. D. M. held at Shanghai on Friday the 23d day of February 18^2," he duly received the 15th and 16th degrees. Issued by the Supreme Council 33d Degree England, etc., and dated "this fourteenth day of the month called Nisan A. H. 5632, A. L. 5872, and the Twenty-second day of the month of April A. D. 1872." Signed by the Sovereign Grand Commander, Ghas. Jno. Vigne, the Grand Treasurer, A. L. Adair, and the Grand Secre- tary, 1. M. P. Montagu, and as registered in the Archives of the Su- preme Council, by the Assistant Secretary, W. Hyde Pullen: all of the 33d Degree. Bears two Seals, oval, Imp. in red on white paper. On one is the double-headed Eagle with Crownabove heads, and resting on the blade of a horizontal Sword, from which hangs a ribbon with the motto " Deus meumque jus." Encircled by legend: "Supreme Council .XXXIII of England, Wales & British Colonies. Gr. East London." On the other Seal appear Delta Radiant, Eagle with extended wings, standing on a horizontal Anchor imposed on clouds. Square box with emblems on sides. Greek Cross with emblems. Open Book. Pelican on nest. Encircled by legend: "Gloria in Excelsis Deo et in Terra Pax. S. C. XXXIII H. E. London." At the top of the Certificate is the dou- ble-headed Eagle, with a Crown resting on heads and above Radiant Delta bearing number " 33." The Eagle stands on a horizontal Sword from which' hangs a ribbon with legend: "DEUS MEUMQUE JUS." Below words " ORDO AB CHAO." In field two Banners to right and left, the former with three Lions couchant, the latter with same figure and Motto as central Eagle. Above all is a floating streamer bearing the legend "UNIVERSI TERRARUM ORBIS ARCHITECTONIS AD GLORIAM INGENTIS." Finely Engraved on Parchment. Size 10^ xl7 inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 95 Knights Templar Certificate, Grand Commandery England, 1872. Sir Knight William Stuart, Most Eminent and Supreme Grand Master. Certifies that Companion Edward Price MeCrea, of R. A. M. Chapter No. 570, at Shanghae, called Zion Chapter, was installed a Knight Templar on Feby 3d, 5876 in Celestial Encampment meeting at Shang- hae Dated May 3d, 1876. Signed by P. Maclde Colquhoun, Grand Chancellor. Joseph Lavender, Grand Registrar. Seal of Grand En- campment Imp. wax on paper on black octagon. Name of bearer sign- ed on side. At top in large displayed letters: " MASONIC KNIGHTS TEMPLAR" surrounding a circle bearing the legend: "NOMINE SANCTAE AC INDIVIDUAE TRINITATIS," within which appears a six-pointed Star, Square and Compasses, the date A. D. 1118, and a large Delta upon which is imposed a Templar Shield with Cross and the legend: "Inri in Hoc Signo Vinces." The whole backed by two Standards crossed. Engraved on Parchment. Size 1 1 ,5^x1 S}^;' inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 94 Knights Templar Certificate. Shanghai, China, 1872. Issued to Capt. Edward Price McCrea, by Celestial Encampment Shanghai. Reads as COLLECTION MACE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. follows, viz.: "Masonic Knights Hospitallers ot St. John of Jerusalem, Palestine, Rhodes & Malta, in England & Wales and the Colonial De- pendencies of the British Crown. SIR KNIGHT WILLIAM STUART Most Eminent and Supreme Grand Master. THIS IS TO CERTIFY that Sir Knight Edward Price McCrea of the Celestial Encampment of KNIGHTS TEMPLAR and PRIORY of MALTA meeting in Shanghai, is registered as a Knight of Malta in the Muster Roll of the Grand Con- clave of England, this third day of May A. L. 5872 A. D. 1872 A. 0. 754. Patrick Mac Chombueck de Golquhoun, Grand Chancellor Joseph Lavender Grand Registrar." The Seal of the Grand Conclave of England, consisting of an oval Gar- ter Ins. above: "GRAND CONCLAVE OF ENGLAND," surmounted by a Crown and a double Gross from buckle below, enclosing an orna- mental Maltese Cross. The Certificate is in ornamental Old English and Gothic Type, in red and black. Engraved on Parchment. Size 15xl0?4 inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 95 Certificate of the Royal Order of Scotland. Scotland, 1873. Issued to Brother Edward Price McCrea, (Captain U. S. N.) by the Grand Lodge of the Royal Order of Scotland at Edinburgh, the " Sixth day of January A. D. One thousand Eight hundred and seventy three and of the rest- oration of the Order 559." It is signed by "George Murray W. D. M. Alex Hay S. T. A. T. H. W. Mann B. T. Y. J. B. Douglass Grard Secretary." On the left of the body of the Certificate it is sign- ed on a pleated ribbon, by Brother McCrea, in red ink. To the left of this are two white Seals, the upper one on a green diamond and bearing within a double circle Ins. above: "VIRTUTE ET SILENT- 10," below: "+ R. 0. R. S. Y. C. S. 1514 +," a nine-pointed Star formed by three Deltas interlaced, enclosing a Gross vifithin a double circle Ins.: "GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO." The Star restson a hand holding a naked Sword on the left and a Trowel on the right, above di- vided by the upper point of the Star: "G.'. L.".," the lower one on a red diamond and bearing a Delta enclosing a Castle surmounted by a Column bearing a Globe on which rests a Book. On the sides of Delta, Ins.: " ZEAL SECURES REWARD," in the field on the right, left and below a Thistle, above divided by apex of Delta: " G.'. C.'.," below: "R 0. H. R. M. K. L. G." Above the Seals is a Coat of Arms, under which is: "GELLATLY & WHITE, LITHOGS EDING." The Certificate has a red looped border. Lithographed on Parchment. Oblong. Sizel4)^ x95^ inches. From Widow of Edward P. McCrea. Case 9. 96 Certificate by Grand Master. New York, 1887. The first Certificate is- sued to a Lodge on the payment of its pro rata of the Hall & Asylum indebtedness. Issued to St. Nicholas Lodge, No. 321, dated January 31st, 1887, bears the signature and private Seal of the Grand Master Frank R. Lawrence, is countersigned by the Grand Secretary. E. M. L. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Ehlers, and is numbered "1." Certifies that St. Nicholas Lodge, No. 321 has paid the sum of $993.00, being equal to Six Dollars for each of its members; and is therefore exempt from further tax. In the upper centre is a picture of the Masonic Hall in New York City, and there surrpunds the Certificate an ornate border, having in each of the four corners a circle containing a wreath, within which appears the Square and Compasses and All-seeing Eye, Radiant. Private Seal of Grand Master in gold, on lower left corner. Engraved on Parchment. Size 9 xl 1^ inches. From St. Nicholas Lodge, No. 32 L Case 18. 97 Certificate of the Rite of Misraim. France, 1887. Issued at Paris on the 9th day of the 3d month of the year of the world 5891, or the 9th March 1887. It is signed by the Grand Secretary General, 1st and 2d As- sessors, Orator, Master of Ceremonies, Grand Expert, etc., etc., with various hieroglyghics, flourishes, and high degree numbers. Has a Seal impressed in blue ink, with the representation of a closed door between two Pillars rising from flight of steps with Radiant Delta above, sur- rounded by a circle inscribed: "R.'. □ L'AVENIR DU RITE DE MIS- RAIM. VALLE DE MARSEILLES." There are a number of other emblems, among them two large Obelisks inscribed with characters, two female figures standing upon Pedestals, two Sphinxes at the bases of the Obelisks, and a large Radiant Delta. It has the number " 643," in both numerals and script. The document is partly written and>partly printed, is in the French language, and certifies that one Joseph Martini is entitled to full recognition as a member of the Order. His signature is attached to the customary "NE VARIETUR" on the side. Parch- ment: Printed in black. Size 12^x19 inches. Case 17. 98 St. John's Lodge, No. 6, New York, Notice. Above the body of the notice is a closed Book on which rests Square, Gauge, Mallet and Compasses, with Trowel laying beside it, and above on the right, Crescent Moon sur- rounded by seven Stars, on the left Blazing Sun; and reads as follows: " Brother You are requested to meet the Worshipful Master, Wardens, and Brethren of ST. JOHN'S LODGE No. 6, at their Lodge Room, at St. John's Hall, in Frankfort- Street, on Wednesday Evening next, the 8 inst. at 7 o'clock, and hereof fail not, being Regular. BY ORDER OF THE W. M, P. Cably, Sec'ry. NEW-YORK. Endorsed on back "Thomas Magrath. Printed in black. Size 6x4 J^ inches. Case 6. The date of this notice is in the early part of the 1 9th Century. 99 Notice of Communication of Kosmos Lodge No. 7, Lima, Peru. Dated December 6, 1898. Contains a list of the officers. Bears impression of Seal, stamped, and very faint. The two Columns and Square and COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Compasses, encircled by " Lodge Kosmos No. 1, Lima." Printed en Brownish paper. Size 4^x7^ inches. From Bro. W. H. Young. Case 18. 100 Notice meeting Lodge of St. Andrew's in the East, No. 343 S. C. atPoonah (India) Febry 1 1th, 1902. Wor: Bro. Moses Samson, Wo'r: Mo. Mun- chersaw Bazenjee, Secretary. Design: Square and Compasses. Paper printed in light purple ink. Size 4|^x7 inches. From R.-.W.-. Dinshah D. Khambatta. Case 21. 101 Notice meeting of Chapter of St. Andrew's in the East. No. 68, S. C. at Poonah (India.) Dated Feb. 1, 1902. M: C. F. N. Khambatta, Z. Dinshah D. Khambatta P. Z. P. P. G. J. Scribe E. Paper printed in red ink. Size 4Kx7 inches. From R.-.W.-. Dinshah D. Khambatta. Case 18. 102 Notice meeting "Knights of the Red Cross of Barbylon working under the charter of Chapter St. Andrew No. 68." Poonah. Em. Sir Knt. Din- shah D. Khambatta R. G. S. & Chief. Signed by Munchersaw Bazen- jee, Royal Grand Chancellor. No date. Printed in black and red ink on paper. Design at top, of a bridge over a stream, with a serpent erect in the centre, and an armed Knight approaching to attack it. Size 8x 1 inches. From R.-.W.'. Dinshah D. Khambatta. Case 18. 103 Notice meeting "Ararat Lodge Royal Ark Mariners, working under the charter of Chapter St. Andrew No. 68." Poonah. M. W. Dinshah D. Khambatta, M. W. N. Signed by Munchersaw Bazenjee, Secretary. No date. Printed on paper in black and green ink. Designs of Ark floating, and of three triangles. Under word "Poonah" open Delta enclosing smaller Delta. Size 8x1 inches. From R.-.W.-. Dinshah D. Khambatta. Case 18. 104 Gas Loan Certificate, issued by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. It certi- fies "That Peter Benson is entitled to the Capital Sum of Ten Dollars, in a Loan raised by authority of the R. W. Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, bearing interest at the rate of six per cent, per annum; for the payment of which the Gas Establishment with the profits arising therefrom, are pledged by the Grand Lodge." It is dated " this 26th day of August in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty two," and signed by J. M. Atkin, Rob W. Sand and Henry Harrison, and endorsed on the back: " Transferred to the Grand Lodge Charity Committee 1st January 1824. P. Benson" Printed in black on white paper. Size 7%x6^ inches. From Bro. Geo. P. Rupp. Case 18. IDS Certificate granted by AthoU Lodge No. 131, New Castle upon Tyne to John Davies. The body of the Certificate within a dotted circle sur- rounded by dentated Rays is as follows, the Latin inscription being in Old English: OOLLEOTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. \ "EtTenebre non earn comprehendunt sed Lux in Oriente apparebat ubi Sileritium et Pax regnant We the Worshipful! Master, Wardens & Members of the Atholl Lodge. Holding of the Grand Lodge, of England, according to the ancient Con- stitutions, &c. &c. Being regularly assembled and adorned With all our Honors, Do hereby certify and attest to all Men enlightened upon the Face of the Earth, that Bro John Davies the Bearer hereof who has signed his Name in the Margin, was by us regularly entered an Appren- tice past Fellow Craft and in recompense for his Zeal, Diligence, & Capacity, We have confered on him the sUblime degree of Master Mas- on, in Testimony of which we recommend him as a Worthy Brother to be received in all regular Warranted Lodges throughout the Universe where Providence may order him Given under our Hands and the Seal of our LODGE this 17th day of Deer AD1810AL5810 Robert Thompson, W. M. Robert Dutze S. W. George Harrison J. W. Richard Fennings Treasr & Secty " On the Rays above, Ins.: " ATHOLL LODGE No. 131, NEW CASTLE UPON TYNE." On the left of the Certificate are Doric and Ionic Col- umns, the Ionic partly covered by the Rays, on the right a Corinthian Column. On the ground between the Columns, a Perfect Ashlar on the front of which is cut the 4?th Problem, and resting against it a Level; a Square, two Globes on tripods and Compass Dividers. Above, Rad- iant All-seeing Eye, with Blazing Sun on left, and Crescent Moon sur- rounded by seven Radiant five-pointed Stars on the right. In the mar- gin on the left is signed: "John Davies," on the right: " Admitted this 17th Day of Deer 1810 Declared off this Day of " in two lines. In the lower left corner: "No. 145." The Seal impressed in wax in a tin box attached by a blue ribbon interlaced in the Certificate, bears within a circle. Square and Compasses, both points of the Compasses beneath the Square, enclosing a Delta, on the left of Compasses, Sun on right. Crescent Moon, Ins. above: "ATHOLL LODGE" below: "No. 131." Steel Plate on Parchment. Size 9%xl3 inches. From Bro. Harry Rushton Shafer. Case 19. Atholl Lodge was underthe Jurisdiction of the Atholl (Ancient) Grand' Lodge of England. 106 Certificate of "SUFFOLK LODGE No. 60 Ancient York Masons held at SMITH TOWN Long Island." The body of the Certificate is between two Corinthian Columns, the one on the left surmounted by a figure rep- resenting Justice, on the right, Hope, below between the Columns, Char- ity, at her right a Bee Hive, and trees in the background; above in cen- tre Blazing Sun, consisting of a human face imposed on an eight-pointed Star with fiames between the points, resting on Rays and dividing le- gend: " SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." The Seal of the Lodge Ins. above: '• SUFFOLK LODGE," below: "PORT JEFFERSON" enclosing "No. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQOITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 60," within a corded circle, is stamped on the Certificate, and the words " Smith Town" are crossed by a heavy line and "Port Jefferson." the Town in which the Lodge now meets, printed above it. At the bottom of the Certificate is imprint of " Bror. Rollinson fecit." Imprint from original Copper Plate used by Suffolk Lodge in 1800, on heavy white plate paper. Size 12x1 4 inches. From Suffolk Lodge, No. 60. Case 19. 107 Certificate St. Simon and St. Judes Lodge. Imprint from Copper Plate No. 1 I. Case 19. 108 Knight Templar Certificate, (Irish) 18th Century. Imprint from Copper Plate of Lodge 253, Carrick Fergus, Ireland, No. 2 I. The Plate from which this impression was taken was lost by or stolen from Lodge 253, Carrick Fergus, Ireland, in 1 789 and was found in a junk shop in New York City in 1859, by R.-.W.-. Albert P. Moriarty, of Concord Lodge, No. 50, who purchased it; and after it was cleaned, R.'.W.'. Daniel Sickels had some fifty impressions struck from it. Bro. Moriarty after- ward placed it in the Collection of Antiquities of the Grand Lodgeof the State of New York. Lodge 253, was granted a warrant February 10th 1755, Signed by the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, the Hon. Thomas Southwell (afterwards Lord Southwell,) and the Grand Wardens, the Hon. Brinsley Butler (afterwards Lord Lanesborough, ) and the Right Hon. Lord Moore (afterwards Earl of Drogheda.) The Warrant was issued for the Town of Carrick Fergus, County Antrim, Irejand, and was countersigned by Bro. Edward Spratt. The Lodge in its early life had as members the most prominent and influential men of the locality in which it was situated, a large number of names of which appear on the Register of the Grand Lodge, bearing the suffix of Es- quire orGent. Owing to irregularities and the loose work of the Master, an Innkeeper at whose place the Lodge met, the Warrant was arrested in 1892 and the Lodge erased from the Roll of the Grand Lodge of Ire- land, and in 1898 the number was given to a Lodge meeting at Belfast It was not until after 1778 or 79 that this style of Certificate was adopted by the Lodges and this Plate was probably made about 1780. From R.-.W.-. Albert P. Moriarty. Case 19. DIES AND SEALS. GLASS H. 1 Seal of Temple Lodge, No. 1 0, Dutchess Co., N. Y. In centre, Shield with Goat of Arms, Compasses imposed on Square, three Castles, one on each side and one below the Square; crest above arms, clenched hand holding Trowel, all encircled by legend: "TEMPLE LODGE, No. 10. DUTCHESS COUNTY." On back Ins.: "GIFT OF JAMES S.SMITH, ESQ." Gompolition. Case 4. 2 Seal of La Fayettes Lodge, Dutchess Co., N. Y. Square and Compasses, Stars, etc., encircled by legend: "LA FAYETTES LODGE, DUTCH- ESS COUNTY, N. Y." Composition. Case 4. 3 Seal of Abrams Lodge, No. 20. In a circle are the words: " ABRAMS LODGE, NEW YORK." Within the circle the Square and Compasses and the number " 20." (See No. 21 J, Minutes of Abrams Lodge.) Brass. From Bro. C. E. Duganne. Case 4. 4 Seal of Beekman Lodge, No. 47. Square and Compasses, inverted, encir- cled by legend: "BEEKMAN LODGE, No. 4,7." Brass. Case 4. 5 Seal of Batavia Lodge, No. 88, N. Y. Square and Compasses in double circle, surrounded by legend: "BATAVIA LODGE, No. 88. N. Y." Brass. Case 4. 6 Seal of Hiram Lodge, No. 92, Newburgh, N, Y. A Square in a circle, surrounded by another circle with legend: " HIRAM LODGE, No. 92, NEWBURGH, N. Y." Brass. Case 4. '7 Seal of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 135. Contains in a circle the words: "RISING SUN LODGE 1806." Within the circle a representation of the Sun rising over a landscape. Brass. Case 4. A Charter was granted to a Lodge of this name, by the Grand Lodge, on June 5th, 1 80S, to meet in the Town of Adams, Jefferson County. On March 5th, 1806, the petition of sundry brethren to establish a Lodge, at Springfield, Otsego County, to be callqd : "THE RISING SUN LODGE," was granted. The same year the sum of $25.00 COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. was received for a new warrant for Rising Sun Lodge, No. 135. The name does not appear again in the Transactions until the year 1819, when it is given in the list of Subordinate Lodges. In 1820 it paid on account of dues, $25.50. It was one of the Lodges which formed the " Country " Grand Lodge, in the year 1825. At the time of the Union in 1827j its name appears on the list of the Country Grand Lodge, by No. 393. ( See No. 6 G and No. 20 J.) 8 Seal of Adoniram Lodge, No. 211. In centre Square and XJompasses, inverted, encircled by words: " ADONIRAM LODGE No. 211." Brass. From Wor. Charles Underbill. Case 4. 9 Seal of Concord Lodge, No. 304, New York City. Within an oval formed by a ribbon. Radiant, is a square-shaped Shield, above two Hearts, below two crossed branches : imposed on the Shield a Square, Star, Book, two Hands clasped, and the word : " CONCORD." Brass. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 4. 10 Seal of Hibernia Lodge, No. 339, N. Y. Two Columns on Mosaic Pave- ment, Altar between and open Book, imposed Square and Compasses', above Blazing Sun, on right side Plumb Line, on left Delta ; all encircled by legend : "HIBERNIA LODGE No. 339, NEW YORK," Brass. Case 4. 11 Seal of Minerva Lodge, No. 371, N. Y. Figure of Minerva seated, encir- cled by legend: "MINERVA LODGE No. 371. NEW YORK." Brass. Case 4. 12 Seal of Ancient Lodge, No. 507. In centre the Globe and Stars, in small letters: "THE BEGINNING" encircled by Ins.: " ANCIENT LODGE No. 507." Boxwood Case 4. 13 Two Dies, obverse and reverse, of the McGlellan Lodge Medal. Obv.: imposed on crossed U. S. Flags, below Swords crossed, above on rib- bon : "43d REGT M. V. M." is a U. S. Shield bearing Square and Compasses with letter "G" in centre. Rev.: legend in curved lines as follows: "NEW BERNE, NORTH CAROLINA. McCLELLAN LODGE UNDER DISPENSATION FROM M. W. GRAND LODGE OF MASS- ACHUSETTS 1863." Steel. Case 4. 14 Old Seal Grand Lodge of New York. In centre Arms of Grand Lodge, encircled by Ins.: "GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK." Brass. Case 4. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 15 Two Dies, obverse and reverse of the Masonic Fair Medal. Ob v.: Head of M.-.W.-. Franlc R. Lawrence, encircled by Ins.; " M. W. FRANK R. LAWRENCE, GRAND MASTER." Rev,: in centre surrounded by a wreath: "SOUVENIR OF THE MASONIC FAIR, NOVEMBER 25th." encircled by : "IN AID OF THE ASYLUM FUND 1889." Steel. Case 4. 16 Seal of Grand Council of Royal Masters, State of New York. In centre a Delta, Radiant, bearing- Hebrew characters, encircled by legend : "GRAND COUNCIL OF R. M. S. N. Y." Boxwood. From R.'.W.'. Peter M. W. Verhceven. Case 4. This Grand Council was organized in 1823, in the bosom of Colum- bian Council, which then took a charter from the Grand Body. This Seal was in use until the Union of the Grand Council Royal Masters with the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters, in the year 1866. The Seal was retained by Columbian Council until 1886, when it was presented to the donor. (See No. 24 J.) 17 Seal of Morning Star Lodge, No. 250, Berne, N. Y. Within a beaded circle Square and Compasses suspended by a ribbon with bow knot, one point of the Compasses beneath the Square, encbsingr letter "G." Ins. above, extending nearly around the Seal : " MORNING STAR LODGE No. 250," below: "• BERN*" Size 1}^ inches. Brass. From Bro. J. N. Bradley, M. D. Case 4. Morning Star was one of the Lodges forming the Country Grand Lodge in 1823, but does not appear in the proceedings of either Grand Body after 1824. MISCELLANEOUS, GLASS I. Finely Engraved Copper Plate of Master Mason's Certificate of St. Simon and St. Jude Lodge, No. 12, New York. A warrant was granted to this Lodge by the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, on June 7, 1786, Robert R. Livingstone being Grand Master. It met at the Town of Fishkill, Dutchess County, New York. In the year 1 82 1 the Lodge was reported to Grand Lodge as being two years in arrears for dues, and its name disappears from the Transactions on and after that date. Size 9x11 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers.- Case 2. Finely Engraved Copper Plate for Knight Templar Certificate. Ireland. 18th Century. Size 9x1 1 inches. From R.-.W.-. A. P. Moriarity. Case 2. Copper Plate, with inscription (in script) as follows: " Laid by Brothers Lodge No. 147, Sept. 6th, A. L. 5826, by direction of W. Brother Salem Town, E. A. Fay Master, Stephen Van Renssalaer, G. M. S. N. Y. De Witt Clinton, Governor.— J. Q. Adams Prest. U. S. A. J. GoodeU, Principal Architect." Size 5 inches square. From Bro, N. D. Empey. Case 2. This Plate was taken from the foundation of the Stone Baptist Church at Fort Ann, N. Y., laid in 1826. Small piece of hemlock knot. On August 7th, 1758, Major General (then Captain ) Israel Putnam was captured by an Indian Chief of the Caugh- nawaga tribe, and bound to a tree. While so tied he was tormented by another Indian throwing his tomahawk against the tree in an effort to see how near he could come to Putnam's head without hitting it. This piece of wood was taken nearly 100 years ago, by'the father of the donor, from a tree which contemporary witnesses informed him was the identical tree to which Putnam was so secured. From N. D. Empey. Case 20 Piece of black oak from the "Goose & Gridiron" Ale House, London, England. This building, which stood in St. Paul's Church Yard, was built aboutthe year 1666, and torn down in 1897. While being demol- ished several pieces of the structure were secured by the late R.'.W.' George W. Speth, Secretary of Quatuor Coronati Lodge, No. 2076, England, who sent one of them to Wor. George R. Metcalf, of St. Paul Lodg3, No. 3, Minnesota, and by him it was presented to the donor. Certificate from Plate of St. Simon and St. Jude's Lodg^e. No. 1. '-.-,. t^ <^ 'LtJTHET^AMEOPTHKMOSTHOIiVtfUl'TDEVUlEj*^^ ''TFUj4aT-i;'FATHEKSoN,AKDHOj.vGH05T,-WX-V tf ■ -^Gra^IDIVLastep. Gka-NdWajp-dens and Cap"^ ^:^^GENAOFAlUGHTWORSMITl--UI.LASSEilBLVO-F CeRTIE^^TOALI, TH.A.T IT ilAY JUSTLV. ANDLAWPirXb. ICOKCEKJl TtIA.T OURTp.XJSTvVAL3-A3ITtf.0UKl3E ARLY lBKLOAHriSS10ia.Fl"RST BEEKREGULAKXrif Kntj!iCd "IPast a>jd"Ra.iS''d.'Wa,s A"Pa-StMa8TBB. a-nd a - 1 ^STJ-piiT^EXCEl.LK-NTROYAlLiARCIlM.ASON.-WB JTHBREl'OKERB.COMltEl^DHIM AS AKeO-UI.AR JmasterMason A PAST Master ASuPF.KRXc_ Ie LXE-NT, Royal Arch Mas o:n.AKn-ightTbmpi^ |And also a W0^THEHOTJKST"MH3rBER OF TREE MAS03TRY;T0 ALLTHK El-rLICiHlTJSrEEBRHTHER. |k.otjnd the C^LiOBE.GivnN under ourHakus And Seals at^ our IjODGeRoom in Carrick |FeRGUS,AND K-INQDOM OF IRELAND. TUTS 4ili AND 1N!MaS0NR"¥ /ij L^iv;."''^ i3^ rz'S^^" 331 ^^^ ffi ^: a^ 'I' l l '-'-HMWrTM-H T- «,CaeRICK- . fentHiT . ■' I" ''■ ■'■a' RMm i a i im;'s.:mm. -MJii f . -FERGUS 'T.''i':^yj'T W"" ' >m"Ty ';:"iim '' ,m!nf-:'t ' "'^i y^-^^ m^^mmi^mimmsimmtimfmAmmmMmmm Irish Knights Templar Certificate, from Plate, 18th Century. No. 2. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. "The Goose & Gridiron Ale House" is celebrated as being' the birth- place of Modern Freemasonry, the first Grand Lodge of England having been formed there on June 24th, 1 7 1 7, by the following four Lodges, to wit.: No. 1, meeting at the same Tavern; No. 2, meeting at the " Crown Ale House;" No. 3 at the " Apple Tree Tavern," and No.4at the "Rum- mer and Grapes Tavern." Size 2%x.l)^x% inches. From Wor. William J. Allen. Case 20. 6 Block of wood on which are glued Masonic emblems, carved from wood. The block itself is taken from a house belonging to General Daniel B. Brinsmade, and built in 1760. He was Grand Master of Masons in tho State of Connecticut in 1826-27. The letter "G." and the Square and Compasses are from the Lyman Beecher Apple Tree. Other emblems are from the Moses Cogswell Tavern, where George Washington break- fasted at the time of the capture of Major Andre. Size Zyi inches Square. Made and presented by Bro. Edward G. Clark. Case 20. Secretary of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 27, F. & A. M., Washington De- pot, Connecticut. 7 Cross of Malta, (K. T.) made from a piece of wooden girder taken from Pecos Cathedral, built on the Glorietta Mountain, New Mexico, in 1535, and supposed to be the first Christian Church erected in America. Size S inches. From Bro. John B. Hill. Case 20. 8 Piece taken in 1886 from a Magnolia Tree at Mount Vernon, Va., planted by George Washington. From Bro. Ghas. Cummings.i Case 20. 9 Section of a tree, bound with a brass band, and bearing a silver plate in- scribed: "This relic is a portion of a tree that marked the grave of Brother George E. Meredith, of Doric Lodge, No. 280, F. & A.M., 'N. Y., who died at Cooks Inlet, Alaska, May 10, 1898. He was made a Mason April 28, 1897." Size about 12 inches in diameter, and three inches in thickness. From Doric Lodge, No. 280. Case 20. 1 Cones taken from a Cedar of Lebanon. From Wor. Jacob Fromme. Case 20. 1 1 Sprig of Acacia in rosewood box with glass cover, and bearing a silver plate inscribed : "Sprig of Acacia, presented to the Grand □ Library by Metropolitan □ 273, May 13th, 5885. Cut on Mount Moriah." From Metropolitan Lodge, No. 273. Case 20. 12 Sprigs of Oriental Acacia, in a small glass vase upon a wooden stand or platform. From Bro. Woolson. Case 20. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQDITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 15 Rose of Jericho. Small speGimen. From R.'.W.-. Herman Cantor. Case 20. 14 Rose of Jericho. Two large specimens. From Dirigo Lodge, No. 50. Case 20. 15 Two specimen pieces of the great meteorite, weighing 90 tons, and taken from its site on Meteorite Island, Cape York, North Greenland ; latitude 7SO 59' N., longitude 65° 28' W. Each piece is about 8 inches in di- ameter, and weighs several pounds. They were brought by Brother Robert E. Peary, of Kane Lodge, No. 454, Lieutenant U. S. Navy, and by him presented to Grand Lodge. He was assisted in their removal by several other Masons. From Bro. Robert E. Peary. Case 21. 16 Fossil stones from the top of the Pyramid of Gizeh, Egypt, one polished. From R.-.W.-. Ghas. T. McClenachan. Case 21. 17 Onyx Keystone, polished. Bears within a double circle the letters "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." This was brought from the Holy Land by M.'.W.-. Robert Morris, the Masonic "Poet Laureate." Size 5^ inches in length and width, by % inch thick. From Wor. W. M. Postley. Case 20. 18 Oblong stone, bearing inscription : "From Solomon's Temple at Jerusa- lem. Presented to Grand □ Library by Metropolitan □ 273, May 14th, 1885." Size 4,12x3 inches. From Metropolitan Lodge, No. 273. Case 20. 19 Three specimens of stone taken from the Egyptian Obelisk in Central Park. New York. In a glass case. From Wor. J. A. Westervelt. Case 20. 20 Indian Corn Grinder, stone. Found at Mount Vernon, Va., the home of Washington. Oblong. Size 2x6 inches. From Bro. Chas. Cummings. Case 20. 21 Brick, brought from Holland, and taken from the foundation of Washing- ton's Headquarters, No. 1 Broadway, New York City, when the old building was removed. Size 7x3 J^ inches. From Bro. R. R. Hull. Case 21. 22 Small plated triangular box with cover, inside lined, and containing a miniature set of Working Tools. Size 3 inches. From R.-.W.-. Fred. G. Wagner. Case 2. 23 Electro, of letter "G," Square, Compasses, and Trowel. Size 4>^x5 inches. From R.-.W.-. Joseph J. Little. Case 2. Found among some old book plates. 80LLE0TION MADE BY GOMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 24 Agate Keystone, with letters " H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S." Size ixS}i inches and 1 inch thick. From R.-.W.-. William E. Wilkinson. Case 2. 25 Model of a Stone Hammer, on platform. The head of Hammer is of black marble ; the handle and the platform of onyx. SX inches long: plat- form 6x2/^ inches. From Wor. Frederick Hartenstein. Case 20. This was made by an exile in Siberia, who afterward escaped and came to the United States. 26 Grandfather's Clock, 7}^ feet in heighth. This clock was formerly the property of Yorktown Lodge, Virginia. It stood in their rooms when Washington and Lafayette visited that Lodge in October, 1783, and at the Masonic Banquet held by officers of the English, French and American Armies after the surrender of Cornwallis. The dial is of brass, the numbers for the hours being in Roman, and for the minutes in Italian characters ; the latter contained in a circle outside of the hours. On the face beneath the hands are engraved the two Pillars within a Square and Compasses, one point of the latter beneath the Square, and both points crossing a Mosaic Pavement below, and resting upon a seg- ment or arc numbered to 1 2. Beneath and on each side of the hour number "VI." is the name "John Fisher." On the outer circle, on each side of the minute number "30," is the name "York Town." From Bro. Albert B. Lyman, M. D. of Fidelity Lodge, No. 136, Baltimore, Md. Stands in the Library. 27 Daguerreotype of R.'.W.'. Elias Hicks, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New York, 1817-1836. From Holland Lodge, No. 8. Case 2. 28 Daguerreotype of M.'.W.'. Elwood E. Thorne, Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York, 1874-S. Case 2. 29 Photograph of Wor. Greenfield Pote, in full regalia. He was Grand Tyler of the Grand Lodge of New York, for five years, from 1844-1848, and by the contribution of $1. started the Hall and Asylum Fund. The photograph is enclosed in a six-pointed Star within a circle, in the cen- tre of a metal frame. Below the Star are two ellipses, crossed, in a circle. Above, a figure resembling a Crown, and above that a Delta in a circle, with Hebrew characters above and Greek below. Upon the back of the frame there appears at top a similar Delta and characters, to the right of which is a Greek inscription. In the centre is a large circle surrounding a six-pointed Star, in middle of which in Greek let- ters, is the word "Adelphos" followed by: "Greenfield Pote. Their works do follow them." Below this large circle is the following ; "Brother Herring: The Hall and Asylum Fund, in behalf of the aged COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. and infirm, the Widow and Orphans of our Order, is a saored necessity. Let mine be the honor to head the list of contributors with my last and only dollar. Greenfield Pote." Beneath this are two ellipses crossed in a circle, as on the other side. All these designs and inscriptions are etched upon the surface of the metal. Size of frame 14J^x20'2 inchee. In Library. The origin and history of this curious relic are not known. 30 Photo-gravure of Abraham Lincoln in an aluminum frame. Souvenir of the 25th Anniversary of Lincoln Lodge, No. 748. Inscribed with the name of the Lodge and the date Febry. 12th, 1874-1899. Size 6x7^ inches. From R.'.W.'. Jacob Loewer. Case 2. 3 1 Aluminum Tray. Inscribed : " Compliments of Hope □ 244 F. & A. M. SOth Anniversary. Sept. 20th, 1901 ." Also the figure of Hope, and Square and Compasses. Size 6x4^' inches. From Bro. Chas. Miller. Case 2. 32 Hand Mirror, ornamental gilt back. Inscribed: "Hermann □ 268 1852-1902." Also Square and Compasses. Diameter 5 inches. From Hermann Lodge, No. 268. Case 2. 33 Silver-plated Loving Cup. Inscribed: "1852. SOth Anniversary Polar Star □ No. 245 F. & A. M. March 4th, 1902." Heighth 'i}^ inches. From Polar Star Lodge, No. 24S. Case 2. 34 Small Silver Souvenir Spoon. Inscribed: " Metropolitan □ 1852-1902." From Wor. John H. Meyer. Case 2. 35 Silver-plated Cup, on feet. Inscribed: " Geo. Washington a No. 285 F. & A. M. 50th Anniversary, 1853-1903." Heighth and diameter 2 inches. From George Washington Lodge, No. 285. Case 2. 36 Silver-plated Bell. Inscribed: "Centennial □ 763, 1876-1901." Heighth 4 inches. From Centennial Lodge, No. 763. Case 2. 37 Souvenir Silver Spoon, with gilt bowl. Inscribed: "1852-1902. Sylvan Grove Lodge, No. 275 F. & A. M." Length 5>2 inches. From R.-.W.-. Alex. A. Clark. Case 2. 38 Gilt Tray, crescent shaped, ornamental serrated edges. Inscribed with Square and Compasses enclosing letter " G." separating dates " 1856- 1903: on left: "Crescent," on right: "□ No. 402," above; " F. & A. M.," below: "One Thousandth Communication." Size 2%yi&]( inches. From Crescent Lodge, No. 402. Case 2. Banner St. John's Lodge, No. 1. No. 45. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. S9 Souvenir Ladies' Ticket for Semi-centennial Ball of Morton Gommandery, No. 4, K. T. Bearing within a beaded oval, mounted Knights on the plains of the Holy Land with Radiant red Roman Gross above, partly surmounted by legend beneath: "IN HOC SIGNO VINGES;" supported on the left by an armed Knight, on the right by a Knight Templar, each above an altar, the one on the left, Ins.: " 1823," on the right: "1873." Ins. above : " SEMI-GENTENNIAL OF MORTON GOMMANDERY No. 4" in three lines, the first two on ribbon scrolls; below: "K. T. NEW YORK AGADEMY OF MUSIG MONDAY EVENING DECEM- BER 23rd 1873," in four lines, the second on a scroll. Copper Electro. Size 6x4 inches. From R.-.W.-. Claudius F. Beatty. Case 2. 40 Card of Invitation to Lafayette Dinner, July 4th, 1828. From Bro. Albert B. Lyman. Case 2. 41 Souvenir Silver Spoon. 25th Anniversary of the German Masonic Tem- ple Association. Inscription in the bowl: "1877. G. M. T. Assn. 1902." Length 5 inches. From R.-.W.-. G. Gerhardt. Case 2. 42 White Metal Bust of Bro. William McKinley, on pillar of same metal. At foot of Pillar, Compasses, Square and letter " G," with inscription: "Wm. McKinley □ No. 840 F. & A. M. Instituted June 2d, 1902." Heighth 7 inches. From Wor. Ascher Morris. Case 2. 43 Bannerette, white satin bound with gilt cord and fringe, and suspended from brass standard. On the front surface are hand painted emblems, the Three Steps, Pot of Incense, Bee Hive, etc. On the back the design on the Monument — Father Time and the Virgin. Size of Bannerette Qyi'x.lOyz inches. Heighth of standard 19j^ inches. Case 20. 44 The Old Standard of the Grand Gommandery of Knight Templars of the State of New York. It was in use for 25 years, and was presented by resolution adopted in the Grand Gommandery in 1891. White Silk. Large red Cross bordered with gold, painted in centre. Above on a scroll or streamer, in gold letters painted on purple background, the legend: " In Hoc Signo Vinces.'' Beneath, on similar streamer in gold letters painted on blue background, the legend: "Non nobis domine, non nobis sed nomini.tuo da gloriam." It is suspended from a crossbar, from which hang tassels of heavy gilt tinsel. The standard for carry- the Banner is surmounted by a ball and cross. 3 ft. 3 in.xS ft. From the Grand Gommandery, K. T. of the State of New York. Case 25. 45 Silk Banner of St. Johns Lodge, No. 1, New York. Hand-painted yellow background. Gilt fringe and tassels. At the top are the words : " St. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. Johns Lodge No. 1," in a scroll. Beneath is the figure of St. John the Baptist, standing, in his left hand a wooden Gross, his right hand rest- ing upon the Holy Bible which is open at the VII Chapter of St. Luke. The Bible rests upon the apex of a circle, in the centre of which is a "certain point." On the left of this circle is a female figure, barefooted, her right hand holding a staff, and her left hand behind the Bible. Siz3 35x29 inches. Case 23. 46 Silk Banner of Albion Lodge, No. 26, New York. Hand painted. Gilt fringe and tassels. Standing figures of Britannia and an Indian Prin- cess, with hands joined, and a golden five-pointed Star hanging there- from. At the side of Britannia is the British Lion and Shield. At the side of the Indian is the American Eagle and Shield. Beneath these figures, on a scroll, are the words " Albion Lodge." Size 21x28 inches. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 23. 47 Silk Banner of Mechanic Lodge, now Lotus, New York. Hand painted. Gilt fringe. Above, the All-seeing Eye, below the three Great Lights and two Columns. Between these a naked arm, the fist holding a Maul. On the sides a five-pointed Star and letter " G," Sprig of Acacia, and a Human Ear. All surrounded by ornamental scroll work. On the lower part of the Banner are the words "Mechanic Lodge," and in an oval the number " 153." Size 27x23>^ inches. Case 23. 48 Silk Banner of Hibernia Lodge 339, New York. Hand painted. Fringe. Blue background. In the centre surrounded by an ornamental leaf bor- der, stands a female figure, holding above her head in her right hand a sphere, her left hand resting upon a chest, on the side of which is a Delta within a circle. On the ground below this chest are the Plumb, Level, Square and Maul. On the top of the chest is an inkstand. In small characters below the figure is the inscription : " Gummings Pinxt 1825." At the top of the Banner, in a gilt scroll, is the name "Hiber- nia," and below the number ".339," both in gilt. Size 36x30 inches. Case 23. 49 Silk Pennant, blue, triangular shaped. Embroidered Square and Com- passes (one point beneath the Square:) Square in red Silk. Between, the letter "G;" above, the letters "P.". & U.'.;" beneath, the word " NANTES.'.;" on side the words "au.'. F.'. Boyton."." Size 30 inches inches long by 16 inches wide at the broadest part, tapering to a point. Case 23. This pennant was carried by Bro. Boyton, on his famous swimming and boating trips. 50 Silk Banner, Grand Lodge of Georgia. Hand painted. Gilt fringe and tassels. Light purple background. In the centre, in an octagon frame- work of gilt, are three Pillars resting on a platform of three steps with Banner Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas. No. 52. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. an entablature at the top, from which spring-s an Arch bearing- the word " Constitution." At one side of the right Pillar stands a small figure in a military uniform holding a sabre. The platform rests on a represen- tation of the sea in a storm. At the top of the Banner is the inscription "Grand Lodge of," and at the lower part "Georgia," all in gilt letters. Size 25x19 inches. Case 2S. This and. the two following Banners, were presumably carried by the Representatives of their respective States near the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, on the occasions of the Annual Communica- tions of the latter Grand body, about SO years ago. 51 Silk Banner. Grand Lodge of South Carolina. Hand painted, with gilt fringe and tassels. Old rose background. Within an oblong of gold is a landscape of lake and mountain, with a single large Palmetto Tree in the near foreground. Beneath is the legend : "Grand Lodge of South Carolina." Size 24}^ xl7>^ inches. Case 23. 52 Silk Banner. Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas. Gilt fringe and Tassels. Color of Old Rose. In the centre is a five-pointed Star, above which are the words "Grand Lodge of the," and beneath the words " Republic of Texas." The Star is done in yellow silk; the lettering is painted in gold with black shading. Size 24x17 inches. Case 23. This Grand Lodge was organized April 10th, 1838, General Sam. Houston, President of the Republic, being present and participating. It has had a continuous existence ever since that date. 53 India Silk Handkerchief, white with narrow red border. Entire surface covered with emblems, printed in indellible black ink, viz.: Mosaic Pavement, Ark of the Covenant surmounted by Cherubim with Blazing Star, enclosing the letter " G " above, between a Tuscan Column on left and a Corinthian Column on right : in fieldabove, Blazing Sun, Radiant All-seeing Eye and Crescent Moon, surrounded by seven five-pointed Stars in clouds ; on left. Rough Ashlar, Trestle Board, Bible open at the Epistle of St. John, Chap. 1, and Ladder with letters "F. H. C.;" on right, Perfect Ashlar with "Lewis" inserted in top and bearing on front Square and Compasses with points resting on Quadrant, Trowel, Square, Plumb, Open Book of the Law with Compasses resting on it, and Level. In ornamental bordering twenty-four similar monitorial emblems, encircled by wreaths of leaves, and separated by designs of crossed Swords and Mitres. Finely executed and a work of art. Size 36x36 inches. About the centre is marked in blatk ink the initials "D. .J. B." and the number " 1681." In Corridor, Fourth Floor, Framed. This Handkerchief was the property of Captain David J. Briscoe, an English sailor, who brought the silk from India, and had the Hand- GOLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. kerchief made in England. The initials are those of his name, and the number is supposed to be that of his Lodge. It was carried through the Crimean War, Afghanistan, Zululand and the West Indies ; according to information given by Mr. D. J. George, an Englishman and a direct descendant of Capt. Briscoe, and from whom this relic was procured. 54 India Silk Handkerchief, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement approached by five steps, the front of first Ins.: ".-. AUDI VIDI TACE .-." and having a Candlestick on the centre, and a Rough Ashlar and Bee Hive on the left and right, on the second, two Candlesticks, and on the front of the fourth, crossed Keys and crossed Pens ; two Columns surmounted by Globes Celestial and Terrestrial, supporting an Arch bearing a Ser- aphim in centre and surmounted by a figure symbolic of Faith, and fig- ures on the left and right symbolic of Charity and Hope with a Coffin and Skull and Crossbones between. On Column on left a pair of gloves with fingers pointing down, in front of Column the Senior Warden ; on the right Column Apron ornamented with three roset- tes forming a Delta and Junior Warden in front; in the background entrance to Sanctum Sanctorum with Altar bearing Holy Scriptures on top. Square and Compasses in front and Master standing behind with right arm raised, holding a Gavel ; between two Columns sup- porting a draped Arch. This entrance is set in a wall with Columns on the left and right supporting an entablature and a frieze from which springs an Arch enclosing letter " G." On a white field between the large Columns, on the left, Mallet, Stone Pick, Rammer, and Perfect Ashlar bearing Hebrew characters ; on the right. Trowel, Key, Plumb and Level ; above on the left, within a circle having a knotted ribbon above and ribbon scroll below, a triple Tau, and on a Mosaic Pavement, two Columns supporting an Arch, with an Altar between bearing the Holy Scriptures ; on the right a similar circle enclosing a six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas interlaced and enclosing a small Delta and the Three Great Lights, the Square having a long and short arm ; with the arms of the Grand Lodge above, and legend ; " SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT" in a curved line. On a red field surrounding this, on the left, Workmen in the Forests of Lebanon and Floats on the Sea of Joppa, a Protractor, Doric, Ionic and Corinthian Columns, "W. S. B.," entrance to Middle Chamber approached by five steps, Ins.: "G. I. D. C. C.,' above the entrance, letter " G," Rough Ashlar, Ladder with three rounds Ins.: "F. H. C," Sword and Sceptre crossed, Fish, Magician's Rod, Craftsmen working in the Temple, Blazing Sun, Radiant Delta bearing Hebrew characters and Radiant six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas interlaced enclosing All-seeing Eye. On the right. Fellow Crafts cut- ting stone by Sea Coast, Perfect Ashlar, crossed Keys, Three Great Lights, TempJe, Mitre, Dove bearing Olive Branch, Hand holding P'umb Line, three Burning Candles, Plumb, Square and Level crossed. Censer, Trestle Board, Aaron's Rod, six-pointed Star bearing a Garter with Cuflc characters enclosing a Cross raised on three steps with Brazen Serpent entwined, five-pointed Star, Crescent Moon, facing right sur- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. rounded by seven Stars ; in centre All-seeing Eye. Embordered by Officer's Jewels, mounted Globes, monitorial emblems, and at the bot- tom within a clasp chain forming an inverted arc of a circle. Compasses with points resting on a Quadrant enclosing All-seeing Eye within a Radiant Delta, supported on the left by a circle enclosing two Columns supporting an Arch, with an Altar between and Square and Compasses above it; on the right, a circle enclosing an All-seeing Eye within a six-pointed Star formed by two Deltas interlaced, on white ground be- tween a Cable Tow having Tassels on the two lower corners, and a black serrated outer border. Size 50x32 inches. From Bro. Robert Neill. In Corridor, Fourth Floor, Framed. 55 Miniature of John Abrams, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, from 1792 to 1799, in which year he died. He left a son, Charles, who died in 1820, and whose widow, Julia A., left this Miniature to her neice Mrs. Cornelia La Bau Graff, upon her death in 1882. Mrs. Graff is the wife of Alvin Graff, Past Master of Amity Lodge, No. 323 ; and they have deposited this Miniature with the Grand Lodge. On the obverse is a colored Bust Miniature of Brother Abrams : on the reverse a monument surmounted by a funeral urn : and bearing on the front face the inscription "J. A. Ob. 24 Septr. 1799 Aet. 4 1 ." Leaning on the left of the monument is a male figure ; seat- ed on the right side a female figure with elbow resting on the monument and supporting her head. At her knees on one side the figure of a girl with head buried in her lap, on the other side the figure of a boy in like posture. Above the whole and in the background is a Cypress Tree. Heavy gold frame. Size 2>^x3 inches. From Mrs. Cornelia La Bau Graff. Case 2. LETTERS, MINUTE BOOKS, ETC. GLASS J. Autograph letter of George Washington, contained between two glass panes, so as to show both sides, and framed. There is also a lock of his hair, and a small colored vignette portrait, which his friend Wat- son characterizes as " the best likeness I have seen." On the back of this picture is the following : "The God Like WASHINGTON died 14th Dec' 1799 All AMERICA in tears The within is the best likeness I have seen. The hair is off his own head this will increase its Value with time. Its my earnest Request this may be preserved to Succeed ing Generations. This hair was presented to me by MajJ^ Billings Con Army. E. Watson Certificate This may certify that the within hair was Enclosed by Gen I.Washington in a Letter to me dated Newburgh June 85 as his own hair JanV 1 1810 And. Billings " The text and general appearance of this famous letter can best be learned from the annexed cuts. Its history, derived from authentic sources, is as follows, viz.: The letter was written by Washington to Messrs. Watson & Cassoul.a Franco-American business firm of Nantes, France. Elkanah Watson, a friend of Washington and a Mason, was sent on a private mission to Benjamin Franklin, then the diplomatic representative of the United States in Paris, France. Thereafter he formed a copartnership with M. Cassoul, a Frenchman and also a Mason, and they carried on a mercantile business in Nantes, France, for three years. The venture did not turn out successfully, and Watson finally returned to this country. He visited Washington at Mt. Vernon, in 1785. Subsequently he lived in Pittsfield, Mass., in the Carolinas for some years, and in Albany, N. Y. around the. year 1791. He re- moved to Port Kent, Essex Co., N. Y. in 1828, and died there in 1842. The letter was written by Washington in acknowledgement of the pres- ent of an elegant Masonic Sash and Apron, sent to him by the firm of ri' -'.^^^'^^ ;* T MikH«aAiaVHHHir-u l.i» >- .^^ -'C>i5!.- " -A^.IX. .t_-7^ t!^,A_-^:- "Washington" Autograph Letter, Page I. No. 1. -C: lz^>^' -C-V 'Washington" Autograph Letter, Page 2. No. 1. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Watson &Gassoul, January 23d, 1782. This regalia was made by nuns in a French Convent, and was of the finest satin exquisitely em- broidered in silver and gold, displaying the American and French flags, as well as numerous Masonic emblems. Washington wore this Sash and Apron at the laying of the cornerstone of the National Capital, and also when he sat for his portrait to the artist Williams in 1794. After his death they were given by his legatees to Washington-Alexandria Lodge, of Virginia, in whose possession they now remain. In " Washington and his Masonic Compeers," by Sidney Hayden, which ■was published four years after the death of Elkanah Watson, this letter is mentioned as being then in the hands of the Watson family. A copy of the letter is given, as is also a copy of the letter from Watson & Cassoul, accompanying the regalia, and which is dated " East of Nan- tes, 23d 1st. month, 5782." The letter itself is understood to have been presented by Elkanah Watson to his son Charles in the year 1816. This invaluable relic came into the possession of the Grand Lodge, in the year 1866 or 1867. M.'.W.'. Robert D. Holmes, G. M., in his Ad- dress to the Grand Lodge in 1866, says that " Some months ago, 1 re- ceived a letter from a friend, in which it was stated that an original Masonic letter, written in 1782, by our Illustrious Bro. George Wash- ington, and a lock of his hair, were in the possession of a lady who re- sided in this State. I subsequently went to the residence of Gen. Ward, at Sing Sing, where I saw these very interesting relics." He then gives a copy of the letter and states some of the foregoing incidents connected with its history, and adds — " We have not, as a Grand Lodge, a single relic of our immortal brother, but here at hand are those which are of great value and I should feel great pride, in common with the whole Craft, if they were possessed by the Fraternity of this State. The lady who owns them is forced to part with them, and she has given to us the refusal of them, believing that our Grand Lodge would be the proper custodian, in place of allowing them to go elsewhere and perhaps out of the country." He concludes by a reference to "the recent publication by W. Bro. Sidney Hayden, called "Washington and Ws Masonic Com- peers," as containing copies of the letter, etc.; and remarks that the book " as an entirety, is one of the most valuable contributions to the Masonic literature of the present age." ' (Vide Transactions G. L. of N. Y. for 1866, pp. 28-9.) The Committee to whom was referred the Grand Master's Address, recommended "That as much as relates to the relics of our illustrious brother. Gen. George Washington, be referred to the Committee on Finance. " (id p. 46.] There appears no record of any action by this Finance Committee. In his address to the Grand Lodge in 1867, Grand Master Holmes, re- turned to this subject, saying— " There is yet a deficit in the purchase- money of the Washington Letter and the Lock of Hair of our great brother, amounting to about $550.00. I had at first thought to make an additional call upon the Lodges, but deeming it proper that the repre- sentatives now present should be enabled to know the character of the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. document, I determined to postpone the matter until your present com- munication, and let such action be talcen upon it as you might deem proper. .That the brethren may know the importance, in a Masonic point of view, of the letter referred to, 1 have directed that one copy of it for each Master or representative of a Lodge, be placed on the Grand Secrstiry's desk, where they can be had upon proper application. They are /ac simiJes of the original, and of the miniature of Washington, and are lithographed. I desire that the Masters of Lodges should take them and the miniatures which accompany them, to their several Lodges and exhibit them to the brethren and state to such as may desire them, that they can be had for the trifling sum of forty cents, from Bros. Macoy & Sickels of this city, the returns of which will be kindly paid, without any commission being charged by them on the sales, into the fund for the benefit of the Hall and Asylum, or devoted to the payment of the sum now remaining due. I desire that these relics should be pre- sented by the Subordinate Lodges to the Grand Lodge, and I am loth to abandon the hope that this will yet be done.'' (Vide Trans. G. L. N. Y.for 1867, pp. 20-21.) The Committee on the Grand Master's Address, recommended that this subject be referred to the Committee on Finance. ( id. p. 42. ) The latter named Committee recommended as follows, viz.: "For balance due on purchase of Washington relics $550.00;'' which recommendation was adopted by Grand Lodge. Case 2. 2 Autograph Signature of Prince Esterhazy, on a slip of card board 3/^x 2,J^ inches, written below two impressions on sealing wax of a Coat of Arms. Case 21, 3 Letter written on a sheet of unruled paper 1 3x8 inches, as follows : "Head Quarters Morris Town 22d Feb.y 1?80. Sir. I am to request that you will transmit me a soon as possible an exact Return of the number of non-commissioned officers and privates of your Regiment, designating in a particular manner what proportion of them are enlisted for the War, and the different terms of service of the residue digested in monthly Columns. You cannot be too exped- itious in forwarding me this Return — a duplicate of which you will be pleased to deliver to His Excellency the Governor of Rhode Island. I am Sir Your most ob *-. ser v I-. G^ Washington Col. Green Rhode Island. The signature is written by Washington, but not the body of the letter. Case 10. Letter from Grand Chapter of New York, 1783. No. 4. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK.. 4 Letter Invitation Grand Chapter to Grand Lodge, New York, 1783. Reads as follows, viz.: " Sir. By the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of this City we are desired to inform you, & which it is wished should be communicated to the Grand Lodge over which you preside, that the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons are desirous that you Sir & the other proper Officers of the Grand Lodge, being Royal Arch Masons should preside in this Chapter • — Happy in the Conjunction now made with the Grand Lodge, & the respectable Body of Royal Arch Masons of this City We subscribe our- selves Your sincere Brothers & July 26. 1735. Most Obd* Servt?. The Rev.d William Walter Will. Cook Grand Master Adam Fife New York James Saidler" Written on a double sheet of plain paper, which has been folded into a letter, the wax used for sealing still remaining, and on the back the address : "The Rev.d William Walter." Size 8x12^ inches. Case 11. 5 Invitation to Grand Lodge Dinner to Lafayette, 1824. Reads as follows; viz.: "New York. Sep. 13. A. L. 5824. Worsh.l Sir & Brother. The Fraternity of Free & Accepted Masons in the City of New York, request the honor of your company to a Dinner to be given under the direction of the Officers of the Grand Lodge at Washington Hall on Monday next the 20th inst : in honour of our distinguished Brother Gen},La Fayette. With due respect I am W. Sir & Brother Very fraternally yours Worsh.lRichd.Riker E. Hicks q^. Secy-" Written on plain paper, folded into a letter, the wax remaining on the back, with address : " Worsh ). Richard Riker." Size 7>^x9J^ inches (See Nos. 37 and 43 G.) From Miss Anna Riker Spring. Case 1 1. 6 Letter from Herman Garlick, Master of Peru Lodge, No. 319. 1824. Reads as follows, viz.: "Sir we have Recei^ several communications from you Subscribing yor Self Grand Sectery of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York we Do not wish to be Troubled with your, Papers nor have any more Post- age, to pay on them as we Do Consider that you have assumed a Title that Does not belong to you, nor Do v/e feel our Selves under any COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. obligation to Such a Pretended Grand Lodgre. Please Trouble us nomore &c. Peru July 26th, 1 824 Herman Garlick W. M. M r. Elias Hicks. Peru Lodge N o 3 . 1 9 " Written on heavy foolscap, and has been folded in letter form, the wax or wafers still adhering. On back is the address, in same hand, and very large writing, viz.: "Mr. Elias Hicks, New York City. Notary Public.'' Also a large " B " and number "37." It is endorsed (by the recipient) "Peru Lodge, No. 319. 1824. reed. Aug. 3. 1824." Size 7^x12% inches. From R.-.W.-. E. A. Quick. Case 11. 7 Letter from Oliver M. Lownds, Grand Secretary, 1828. Reads as fol- lows, viz.; "New York, November 19th, 1828. To the M. W. Stephen Van Rensselaer, Grand Master of Masons in the State of New York. M. W. Sir Please to communicate to the R W The Grand Lodge of the State of New York my resignation of the ofBce of Grand Secretary. I remain Very respectfully Yours fraternally O M Lownds" Written on plain letter paper, folded in letter form, and with address on back : "The Hon".'.^ Stephen Van Rensselaer Albany. Size 8x10. From R.-.W.-. E. A. Quick. Case 11. 8 Letter from Oliver M. Lownds, Grand Secretary, 1829. Reads as fol- lows, viz.: "New York, June 1st. 1829. R W Mordecai Myers Dep G ^ Master of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. R W Sir Please to present the enclosed resignation to the Grand Lodge at the ensuing June communication. I remain sir Yours sincerely M Lownds" Written on plain letter sheet, folded in letter form, and addressed on the back: "Mordecai Myers Esq New York." Size 8x10. From R.-.W.-. E. A. Quick. Case 11. 9 Draft of letter by James Herring, Grand Secretary, G. L. of N. Y., dated August 29th, 1844, " To the M. Worshipful Grand Master, Officers and Brethren of the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands." Acknowledges receipt of a letter from them dated January 28th, 1844; expresses the gratification of the Grand Master Alexander H. Robertson, thereat; conveys the regrets of the Grand Master that there is not a mutual interchange of Grand Representatives; and transmits the Transactions of the Grand Lodge of N. Y. for 1843 and 44. Written on a double COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODQE OF NEW YORK. sheet of letter paper, at the head of the first page being printed the Arms of the Grand Lodge, Radiant on clouds, and the words, in large letters : "GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK." Size 8x9% inches. Case 10. 10 Letter from Sir Archibald Allison, dated Glasgow, (Scotland) October 8, 1861. Written on note paper. Size 4 j^xZ^ inches. From R.-.W.-. W. J. Hughan, (England. ) Case 1 1 . 11 Letter from J. Whyte Melville, dated " Mount Melville" April 20th, 1861. It is, written to Donald Campbell, Esq., Glasgow; excuses his declina- tion of an invitation to attend a Festival of St. Marks Lodge, Glasgow, and tenders his apology to Sir Archibald Allison for his absence. Writ- ten on black bordered note paper. Size 4)4x7 ){ inches. From R.-.W.-. W. J. Hughan, (England.) Case 1 1. 12 Fac-simile of Petition for Initiation of James Buchanan, President of the United States. 1816. Reads as follows, viz.: "To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Lodge No. 43, Ancient York Masons. The petition of the subscriber respectfully sheweth, that, having long entertained a favorable opinion of your ancient institution he is desirous of being admitted a member thereof, if found worthy. His place of residence in the Borough of Lancaster, his age 25, his occupation an attorney at law Recommended by James Buchanan Jno Reynolds Malton C. Rogers." All the above is written. At the bottom of the sheet is the following in print, viz.: "Fac simile of Petition presented November 15, 1816, to Lodge No. 43 Free and Accepted Masons, Lancaster, Pa. by James Buchanan, (President of the United States, 1857-61.)" Bro. James Buchanan was Initiated December 11, 1816, and in 1820 was elected Junior Warden. He was elected Senior Warden in 1821. and Worshipful Master in 1822. He was the first District Deputy Grand Master for District No. 1, (then comprising the Counties of Lan- caster, York, and Lebanon, ) having been appointed December 27, 1823. His death occurred June 1, 1868 and his funeral was conducted by Lodge No. 43, Free and Accepted Masons. Both of the recommenders on this petition were prominent men. Bro. John Reynolds, (W. M. 1816.) was editor of the Lancaster Journal. He was the father of General John F. Reynolds, who was killed at Gettysburg, Rear Admiral William Reynolds, of the U. S. Navy, and General James L. Reynolds. Brother Malton C. Rogers, (W. M. 18 IS,) was an attorney at law. He was Recorder of the Mayor's Court, State Senator, Secretary of the Com- monwealth, and for twenty-five years a Justise of the Supreme Court. Compliments of Joshua L. Lyte, Secretary of Lodge, No. 45. F. and A. M., Lancaster, Pa." On white paper. Size 8x10 inches. From M.-.W.-. E. M. L. Ehlers. Case 10. ■COLLEGTION MADE BY COMMITTEE, ON ANTMUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Bot of Eben "[.Irving 13 Bill of purchases made by the G. L. of N. Y., 1827. Reads as follows, viz.: " New York lOth March, 182?. The Grand Lodge of the State of New York, by M T. Elias Hicks Grand Secretary 1 fine superior Masonic Grand Sword ) of State N 2 J 1 fine rich elegant Masonic Sword. N?. 1 — 1 rich elegant Masonic Sword No 2 — 3 tin Cases 15/- Wood Case 6/-carriage 61- £ 139. 7. export duty }£ p cent, shipping charges '^ pcent) commission purchasing in Engf? 6 p cent j 9. 15. 60. 0. 42. 0. 36. 0. 1. 7. 149. 2. Duty entry & permit Premium of exchange lO^^j p cent Commission for importing 5°^ Freight and primage, as p bill of lading Insurance 1 '4 p cent on £140 — @ $5.25 Cartage & public store expenses Interest on £149.2.0 from 1-2*^ Jany. date of InvC? to 1 2*','? July — probable time of being @ 7% p ann- in cash in England addj.int. say 7 mts. 10 ds on 984.90 Rec4.New York, Oct 20*'} 1827 from M"" O M. Lownds Grand Secty One thousand and forty nine 49/100 Dollars, in full for the above Eben Irving p F C Barker " Written on paper. Size 8x11 inches. From R.'.W.'. Daniel Sickles. 651.55 217.00 68.41 32.58 1.57 12.79 1.00 22.80 1007.70 41.79 1049.49 Case 11. 14 Original Report to (City) Grand Lodge, of Committee appointed May 23d, 1827, "in relation to the restoration of Harmony in the Masonic body in this State." The report begins by reciting : "That in execution of their duties they have had communication with Bretheren of that body as a committee in relation to the same object, on behalf of those usually designated as the Country Masons." That regard for the ". general in- terests of the Masonic order, especially in this State," rather than any other considerations, have governed the members of both Committees, and that they accordingly arrived at a unanimous agreement. This result your committee have the favor to report to the Most Worshipful COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Grand Lodge, in the substance of the propositions unanimously adopted by the Bretheren who have met, consisting of the W.-. Bretheren, John 0. Cole, Freeman B. Hicks Daniel Sherwood & George C Sherman & E. Mack and the members of your committee who have signed this re- port, who regret that they have been partially deprived of the assist- ance of the W. B. Scoville in consequence of his official engagements. The propositions agreed on are as follows, viz.: Then follow the res- olutions as published in the proceedings of both the City and Country Grand Lodges of 1 827. The report is dated " New York, June 6. 1827," and is signed— "John W. Mulligan. M. Myers. H. Marsh. J. S. Sprague." Beneath the signatures, in a different handwriting, is the following : "On motion it was RESOLVED. That the foregoing propositions recom- mended by the Committee be and are hereby ratified and confirmed. The Grand Lodge then adjourned to meet on Thursday the seventh of June A. L. 5827. Grand Lodge Closed." On the adjourned day the two bodies met, and the Union of the City and Country Grand Lodges was consummated. The paper is folded in legal form and endorsed: "Report of Com- mittee to settle the differences in the Grand Lodge. Read in Grand Lodge June 6th, A. L. 5827." Written on two single sheets of legal cap, fastened together at the top by a wafer. Size 75^x1 2 j^ inches. Case 22. 15 Report of Committee of Fredericksburg Lodge, No. 4, of Virginia, on the Masonic Record of George Washington. "THE MASONIC RECORD OF GEORGE WASHINGTON. To the Worshipful Master of Fredericksburg Lodge No 4 of Virginia The Committee appointed May 26th 1871 to examine the Record of George- Washington in this Masonic Lodge, has the honor to Report the following extracts, ' Fredericksburg Lodge Virginia List of the members names. 1st September 5752. . . Officers — Andrew Beaty Sr Warden, Gavin Rodgers Jr Warden. Daniel Campbell, Secretary & Treasurer. John Neilson. Robert Duncanson, Wm Mc Williams, John Sutherland John Richards, Robert Halkerston, Ralph McFarlane Wm Mackey. Walter Stewart, James Duncanson, 4th Novb. Charles Lewis. GEORGE WASHINGTON Novb 6 1752, Received from MR GEORGE WASHINGTON FOR HIS ENTRANCE £ 2. 3. 0, 1753 1753. March 3d GEORGE WASHINGTON PASSED. FELLOW CRAFT 4th August 5753, which day the Lodge, being assembled, present R. Wpl. Daniel Campbell. J Neilson, S. W. Robert Halkerston J. W. GEORGE WASHINGTON James Strachan Alex Wodrow Secretary pro tem. Thomas Robertson Wm McWilllams, Treasurer TRANSACTIONS OF THE EVENING are GEORGE WASHINGTON RAISED MASTER MASON. 1st September 5753. Which day the COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Lodge being assembled, present R W Daniel Campbell, John Neilson, S. W Robert Halkerston J. W. Wm McWilUams Treasurer. Alex Wodrew, Secretary. Jacob Van Braam. Dresser GEORGE WASHINGTON James Strachan Robert Armistead Wm Hedgeman . Thomas James There is no further record of GEORGE WASHINGTON as a member of this Lodge July 21. 1758' a Charter was granted to the Lodge by the Grand Lodge of Scotland. The organization as early as 1752. . was under the Authority of the Deputy Grand Master for Scotland over all the Lodges in America. January 31st 5767 correspondence commenced With the Grand Lodge of Virginia at Richmond . January 30th A L. 5787, the Grand Lodge of Virginia granted The present Charter to Fredericksburg Lodge No 4 under its Jurisdiction . The Committee also recommend that a Fac-Simile copy of the Record above referred to be taken and preserved. . Fredericksburg Virginia Oct 10 A. D. 1873 A True Copy Daniel Ruggles. Chairman Ro S Chew (Illegible) Secty. H S. Doggitt E M Crutchfield W. M. Fredericksburg Va At a Stated communication of Fredericksburg Lodge No 4 A. F. & A. M held in their Hall on Friday evening June 1 8. . A L 5873. A D. 1873. the following resolution was unanimously Adopted, Resolved. That a Committee of three be and the Same Are hereby empowered to cause the report on the Ancient Records of Fredericksburg Lodge No 4 to be printed for Sale And distribution on an economical and practical plan, the Proceeds of which Shall Constitute a perpetual fund, for the Exclusive benefit of the Widows and orphan Children of Masons within and belonging to this Jurisdiction Bro Daniel Ruggles W. Bro Ro S Chew. D D G M A true Copy W. Bro H S Doggitt L B Rose Seotry Committee " Written on a very large piece of paper. Size 17%xl5 inches. Case 11. 1 6 Receipt Book of Grand Treasurer, Grand Lodge State of N. Y., Septem- ber 5th, 1792 — June 28th, 1799. The first receipt is as follows : "N York Sth Sept '[,5792 Received of Brother John Abrams Sec : Pro tern to this Grand Lodge Sixteen pounds ten shillings, being for Initia- tion and Quarterages of the following Lodges ao J^U. yn^x-c^.-OL ^ ■ ll^^hdZiiQ f- 7j? c ^^ /. t iu" >> <^/ ^^,'^ o^yyi cy^nj^ olJ-oL^j / s. ^ L t^Q.(LO.. ^. --g^^^^^^^ ^^4'.^'c^^y' •^ ^^-.-^ -'^V Page from Receipt Book of Grand Treasurer, 1?98. No. 16. 3. 18 5. 4. 1. 8. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTISUITIBS, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. From Royal Arch Independent a/c return Jerusalem " " " " " •' Holland Lodge '■ " £ 16. 10. Signed Wm Wright." It also bears the autographs of B. J. Vanden Broek, Martin Hoffman, John Jacob Aster, and Jose De la Groix. The last receipt in the book is the only one that appears in whole, in dollars, and the dollar mark is made " D^ " and is for " $ 855. for the Masonic Dinner on S Johns day last." 38^ pages written. Oblong, bound in calf. Size %"%!&% inches. Case 3. 17 Receipt Book of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge State of N. Y., from November 28th, 1799, to and including May 29th, 1844. On the first page is written: "Reinier John Vanden Broek Grand Sec- retary of. the Grand Lodge of the State of New York receipt Book." The first receipt is as follows, viz.: " Received of R: J: vanden Broek grand Secretary the Sum of one hun- dred eight Dollar and Seventy five cents being for returns of S t Johns Lodge N9. 1 $33.25 Hiram Lodge " 1 19. — L' union francaise N° 14 31.50 Warrant granted to federal Lodge 25. — $ 108.75 New York 28 November 1799 John Jacob Astor." The second receipt is dated 5 December 1799, and is also signed by John Jacob Astor. It is for the sum of $143.75, being for the returns of Trinity Lodge N° 10 and St. Johns Lodge N.9 6. The third receipt is for fees of the Grand Pursiavant and Grand Tyler "for summoning and attending the Grand Stewards Lodge " on Aug. 20 & Novr. 27. 1799, $2. each time; for sartie services to Grand Lodge- on Deer. 4. 1799, $2.25, and "for 6 candles," $i;i2. It is dated December 21. 1799, and is signed " Benj^ Jones." The fourth receipt is " for carpenters work done to the Dome and Stand- ards for the Solemn procession as p account," $20.78; and is dated 8 January 1800, and signed "James D. Bissell." The fifth receipt is for $36.83 "for furnishments to the Solemn pro- cession as p account;" bears same date, and signed "Wm. Mooney." There are other receipts of this character, as well as receipts signed by the following named Grand Treasurers : John Jacob Astor, Robert Cocks, Sampson Simson, John W. Mulligan, Cornelius Bogert, Welcome Esleeck, George W. Hyer, James Van Benschoten, Richard Ellis, and Joseph Sprague. Oblong. Bound in calf. Size 4^x8 inches. Case 3. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 18 Old Account Book. Contains cash accounts of Goxsackie Lodge, No, SO, beginning Jany 7tli, 1797 and ending Febry Stii, 1806; and Ledger accounts of tiie individual members of Coxsackie Lodge, No. SO, up to January 1806. Tfiese accounts are kept in pounds, shillings and pence; one brother, Shadrach Hubbell, being credited on Deer. 18th, 1804 : "By one Load of wood- 8/." These accounts are duly audited by Com- mittees from time to time. The Book also contains some cash entries made by the Secretary and Treasurer of Ark Lodge, No. 271, (now No. 48) in the years 1819-24. Also the pencilled minutes of a Communi- cation of Ark Lodge, held December 31, 1832, giving a list of officers elected, and of a proposition for initiation. Oblong. Bound in leather. Size G%x7% inches. From Ark Lodge, No. 48. Case 3. 19 Minute Books of Solomon's Lodge, No. 1, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., from 1771 to 1793. Two volumes. The first volume begins with the minutes of May 22nd, 5771, the date the Lodge was constituted by Wor. Robert R. Livingston, Master of Union Lodge, of New York City, by authority of R.'.W.". George Harison, Provincial Grand Master. It contains a copy of Warrant, naming James Livingston, Master, and Dr. Jonathan Lewis and John Child, Senior and Junior Wardens. It closes with the Com- munication of July 8th, 1774. Among the list of visitors to the Lodge at the Communication of June 12th, 1771, appears the name of Bene- dict Arnold, partially obliterated by pen marks. This was done agree- ably to the following resolution passed May 1 6th, 1781: " Ordered that the Name of Benedict Arnold be considered as obliterated from the Min- utes of this Lodge; a Traitor, "©a" On several pages of the early miiiutes in this book names of visitors and initiates have been cut out, while no reason appears for this in the minutes. The resolution in re- lation to Benedict Arnold points to why this was done, however. In the minutes of December 22nd, 1782, the following entry appears: •■ Visitors Bro"^ George Washington Com'^r in Chief" Bound in heavy Vellum. Size 654x16 inches. The second volume begins with the minutes of September 8th, 1784, and closes with the Communication of June 24th, 1793. The last twenty pages of this book contain a poem on scenes prior to, and during the War of the Revolution. Bound in calf. Size 8}^xl 2%^ inches. In Grand Secretary's OflBce. Solomon's Lodge surrendered its Provincial Warrant in 1796, and received a Warrant from the Ancient Grand Lodge of New York, numbered S6. This number was changed in 1800 to No. 5, and again June 4th, 1 8 1 9, to No. 6. The Lodge disappeared from the roll of the Grand Lodge in 1828, during the Anti-Masonic troubles of that period. It is a matter of history, that after the close of the War of the Revolution, Washington was urged to become King of this Country. It is said that members of Solomon's Lodge conceived this idea, and endeavored to persuade Washington to accept the Crown. §^ May 2 2 ALr/'/i, --■/-• ■•^>-'' / .,-. ■■■' " -"■■■ -'-■V^A ^.,^.yv^,^::i Minutes of First Communication of Solomons Lodge, No. 1, Page 1. No. 19. ^^/■JJ t.-^y '' ytr ^ f / /■ , // '' ■'■'■■' -^ 4 ^„. -^^^ . y/:. •>C-,/.^./^/,7/i/, / . "yfi^yyji/.,. //. /„//„/ '^ "7; ■•' '^"^' — ^"•^'A^k^-'i^ ^ Minutes of First Communication of Solomons Lodge, No. 1, Page 2. No. 19. if >' (, ) y,',/,),' ..J /..^/'''■'/y -^ /■A.. ZVJM ■/..,:/"...;.., /ir.,r',,:i /e Z^^^-- <'//■<■' •^•"'■f'^ oA'»4 a^ 0UJ^i^. /,.-A.^'''— "■- :xi/-. ^>r !;i;:i;. " ■ ^. : J J // ,./ I., .-. ,.u.-. ,« «/ Minutes of Solomons Lodge, No. 1, June 12th, 1771. Bearing Name of Benedict Arnold Obliterated. No. 19. Minutes of Solomons Lodge, No. 1, May 16th, 1781. Resolution ordering Name of Benedict Arnold obliterated. No. 19. ^ 7 '-/ y/' ■/■ Minutes of Solomons Lodge, No. 1, Dec. 27th, 1782. Bearing Name of " Bror George Washington Com'dr in Chief.' No. 19. First page of Signatures to By-Laws of American Union (IVIilitary Union) Lodge. 1776. No. 20. H "^ ( 1 ,1,1 i ■"^ sWi /. ■, ' /■' y,) .-' m ' ~ ' - .,. *' / ^^ / "■ _ ■£•• ^^H ^K/ /.■,c 1 / -^ 1 y / • -^^-^^^''^^ // .< • -.; ■ ■ . '■■' ■;/!'— • ,.^';' . >:.. ■„., '- > /*■/ .. /..'?^,<--;//.-/ • ■ ■ '^^ ^ : •.' n^./ >^-". / iV'i-'i (..„., Second page of Signatures to By-Laws of American Union (Military Union) Lodge. 1?76. No. 20. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 20 Minute Book of American Union Lodge, No. 1, from 1776 to 1779. It contains two codes 'of By-Laws, the first and last adopted by the Lodge; two pages of signatures of members, and all the accounts of the Lodge during that period. Many of the signatures are of men whose names have been handed down in history for heroic deeds performed during the War of Independence. Bound in boards. Size 8x15 inches. Case 3. American Union Lodge was the first Lodge organized in the Conti- nental Army. It was warranted Febry. 16th, 1776, by JohnRowe, Prov. G. M. of North America (at Boston, Mass. ) in the Connecti- cut Line of the army, wherever stationed, provided that no other G. M. had jurisdiction. Removing with the army to New York after the evacuation of Boston, by the British in March, 1776, the Lodge asked for a confirmation of its Charter from the Deputy G. M., Dr. Peter Middleton; but received instead a new Warrant under the name of Military Union, No. 1. This name does not appear to have been subsequently used, however. The Lodge is said to have "moved with the army as a pillar of light in parts of Connecticut. New York, and New Jersey." On Deer. 27, 1779, while stationed at the headquarters of the army at Morristown, N. J., the Lodge met to celebrate the festival of St. John. Thirty-six members were present, and sixty-eight visitors, among the latter being George Washington. A petition was read looking to the appointment of a Grand Master over the several United States. The first Master^ Joel Clark, was taken prisoner on August 27th, 1776, and died in captivity. He was succeeded by the first Treasurer, S. H. Paj-sens, who was followed by the first Secretary, Johnathan Heart. The Lodge met for the last time, as an army Lodge, on April 23, 1783, when it was ordered '■ to stand closed until the W. Master should call them together." This event occurred in 1 790, when the Lodge was re-opened at Marietta, Ohio, by Jonathan Heart, the Master, with Benjamin Tupper and Ruf us Putnam as Wardens; and it is now No. 1 , on the register of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. 21 Minute Books of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 132., from 1806 to 1827. Two volumes. The first volume begins with the minutes of the first Com- munication, held at: "Springfield 19th, August A.L. 5806." Recites that " The Brethren of the Rising Sun Lodge met at the Lodge rooms at 9 o'clock A. M. and in pursuance of a charter granted from the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, and a dispensation given to W. B™ Robert Bowman master of St. Pauls Lodge for the purpose of Installing the Officers of the said Rising Sun Lodge— after being joined by the of- ficers of the Grand Lodge, proceeded in procession from the Lodge Room to the Meeting House where after attending Divine service, pro- ceeded to the instalation of the officers as follows." Then follow the names and concludes : " The Lodge then returned in the same order to the Lodge Room, and after partaking of Refreshment at Deacon John Lee's dispersed and each returned to his respective abode." This vol- COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. ume contains regular minutes to March 28thi, 1812. On some loose sheets of paper are portions of By-Laws, and signatures of the mem- bers. The second volume begins with the minutes of April 18th, 1812 and closes with those of Deer. 26, 1827. The Lodge number nowhere is given nor do any of these minutes appear to have been signed. Bound in boards. Size of first vol. 8j^xl2X, of second vol. 8x13 inches. (See No. 6 G, and No. 7 H.) From Evergreen Lodge,, No. 36S. Case 3. 22 Minutes of Abrams Lodge, of New York City, from December 19th, 1808 to Deer. 6, 1824. These are a continuation of minutes of prior Com- munications, those of Dec, 19, 1808 being of the annual election. The Lodge was numbered "IS" until 1819. On the minutes of Sept. 6, 1819 appears the entry: "Abrams Lodge No, 83, formerly No. 15:" and is thereafter No. 83. Itwas given the No. 20 in 1839. This Lodge is now Pioneer Lodge, No. 20. Bound in leather. Size 10x22^, and 2 inches thick. From Bro. F. W. L. Serven. Case 3. 23 Minute Book of Charity Lodge. ( no number given) Held at Stockton Chautauqua Co., N. Y., from its beginning, July 6th, 1826 to Nov. 17th, 1830. There are but 20 written pages of these minutes. At a Com- munication held on October IS, 1830, it is noted that several members were expelled, and others suspended, "by a unanimous vote." At the next, and final Communication, two more members "were suspended, and then it was voted to hand over all the Lodge property to a person nam- . ed for safe keeping "and to deliver when duly called upon." Bound in boards. Size 6j^x8 inches. From R.-.W.-. Geo. E. Tiffany. Case 3. This book was discovered in the garret of Forest Lodge, No. 166, Fredonia, N. Y. 24 By-Laws of Phoenix Lodge, No. 11, New York. They are adapted from a set of printed Bye Laws or "RULES and ORDERS," which are "at- tested as follows : " The foregoing Twenty-six Rules or Orders are in full Force at this Time, viz.: 20th, February 1779, James Jones, G. Sec'ry." This is also printed, and the name "Jerusalem Lodge" had' also been printed in, but the name " Phoenix "is written instead. Many of the printed Rules or Orders have also been struck out, amended, or added to in ink at bottom of pages. Rule " 11 " has had lines run through it, and above is written "Null and Void resolved on 22 ^ of Nov ^.5796." The By-Laws had evidently been adopted prior tothis date, but at just what time does not appear. The title page shows that the volume was printed when the Duke of Athol was Grand Master, as it bears his name as such, with Lawrence Dermott, Esq., D. G. M., William Clarke, Esq., S. G. W., John Christian, Esq., J. G. W., and William Dickey, Esq., G. Sec. It is headed "In the YEAR of MASONRY, S771," and at the foot is "These BYE LAWS printed by Order of the GRAND LODGE." On blank leaves at the end are signatures of members, with remarks COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. set opposite the names; to wit.; "Master," "Senior Warden," "P. M.," "Deceased," and "Declared off." In some instances dates are added, as "Declared off 14th Septr. 1795," etc. Printed in large old style type, and bound in boards. Size 7)^x12 inches. On the outer cover is pasted a label bearing- in gilt letters the inscription ; " BYE LAWS OF PHOENIX LODGE No 11." From Wor. Henry G. Acker. Case 3. 25 Minute Book of the Grand Council of Royal Master Masons for the State of New York." Contains the minutes of all its Assemblies from its forma- tion on January 25th, 1823 to the Union with the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of the State of New York, May 28th, 1860. On a loose sheet in the book are the original Articles of Union, with the signatures of the members of the Committees of both bodies. The Grand Council of Royal Masters was organized at a Convention of Past Masters of Columbian Council, held on the 25th day of January, 1823, pursuant to a resolution adopted at a regular assembly of Columbian Council, held on Jany. 18th, 1823. Grand Officers were then elected, and subsequently a Constitution was adopted. A charter was issued to Columbian Council as No. 1; and thereafter charters or warrants were granted to other subordinate Councils, some being in other States, Massachusetts, Texas, etc. The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters, seems to have been organized in 1854, because of the then existing dissensions in Symbolic Masonry. It united with the older body in 1860 as stated. This minute book disappeared and was lost for many years. In 1903 it was returned by Wor. S. W. Thomas, who has stated that it had been taken by his brother R.'.W.'. Robert H. Thomas, Past Grand Librarian of the Grand Lodge, and now deceased, for the purpose of preparing therefrom the history of the Grand Council which was printed in 1876 by a Committee of Kane Lodge, No. 454, of which R.'.W.-. Robert H. Thomas was a member. Wor. S. W. Thomas having found it among his brother's effects, sent it with other books to R.-.W.-. Alex. A. Clark, then Grand Librarian. Bound in boards. Size 6'ijx8 inches. Case 3. M/.W.-. JOHN W. SIMONS, COLLECTION. CLASS K. M.-.W.-. John W. Simons, was bom in New York City, October, 1821, Died October 22d, 1888. Was made a Mason in Independent Lodge, No. 7, (now IBS) in 1844, served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, 1860, as Grand High Priest, R. A. M. 1869-70, Grand Commander, K. T. 1855-56, Grand Treasurer, Grand Encampment, K. T. 1859-88, and was Inspector General, A. A. S. R., Northern Jurisdiction. 1 Knights Templar Apron, White Silk, trimmed with scarlet, and bears a scarlet Patriarchal Cross on flap. Size 13^x14 inches. Case 12. 2 Knights Templar Collar, Black Velvet, trimmed with silver Bullion fringe, ornamented on the right with a Rosy Gross above a Tent, on the left, three Deltas joined, each one enclosing a Cross; above a Tent. Em- broidered in silver. Size'3)^x24 inches. Case 12. 3 Knights Templar Sword, with ivory grip terminating in a gilt Casque with visor closed, surmounted by plumes terminating in a Dragon holding chain guard in its mouth, gilt cross guard terminating in Delta at each end, and bearing within an oblong supported by Red Gross and Crown on each side, a Cuirass resting on crossed Spears, Mace and Roman Cross. Blade etched on Obv. on ornamental ribbon scrolls, Ins.: "R. E. • John W. Simons, P. G. C. of NEW YORK G. TREAS. G. E. U. S." between a Knight standing, holding in his right hand a. Standard bear- ing a Radiant Cross, and a Knight mounted sounding a Trumpet. Rev.: Battle scene between Knights Templar and Saracens, above a Knight armed cap-a-pie, beneath a Standard, inlaid with gold. Gilt Scabbard bearing Knight reclining before a Tent watching Radiant Delta enclos- ing a Cross; Norman Shield emblazoned with Sword and Dolphin; Pilgrim with staff in right hand, and terminating in Spear, Swords, Trumpet and Trowel crossed. Blade 1x28 inches. Case 12. 4 Knights Templar Belt, Red enameled Leather, buckle oval, bearing within a dentated border a red Maltese Gross on which is superimposed a red Roman Cross on a blue and gold Shield, on a white oval field. A red hanger bearing a gilt Maltese Cross, from gilt loops bearing Knight armed cap-a-pie. Size 1^x49 inches. Case 12. GOLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 5 Knights Templar Belt. Duplicate of No. 4. Red Leather, plain. Case 12. 6 Knights Templar Belt, Bullion braid on red velvet. Jeweled Buckle. Size lj^x32 inches. Case 12. 7 Knights Templar Baldric, Black watered Silk lined with green, trimmed with narrow gold braid, with green rosette bearing gilt Maltese Gross at bottom. On the front, within a double circle, Ins.: " IN HOC SIGNO VINGES " surrounded by Rays forming a nine-pointed Star, a Roman Gross with Serpent twined around it. Size 4^'x70 inches. Case 12. 8 Knights Templar Gauntlets, Buckskin ornamented with Patriarchal Gross embroidered in gold Bullion on purple velvet, and four Knights Templar Buttons. Size 6x6 inches. Case 12. 9 Knights Templar Apron, Shield shaped. White Leather trimmed with black watered silk and Bullion braid, and bearing red Maltese Gross in centre. Size 15x17 inches. Case 12. 1 Grand Encampment, K. T. Apron, Shield shaped, Black Velvet trimmed with broad Bullion braid, and bearing a red Patriarchal Gross in centre. Size 15x15 inches. Case 12. 1 1 Gloves, Grand Encampment, K. T., Black Velvet Gauntlets ornamented with a wreath enclosing a Jeweled Red Passion Cross. Embroidered in gold. Size 4x13 inches. Case 12 12 Grand Lodge Apron, White Satin trimmed with gold braid. Flap, blue velvet with five-pointed Star enclosing "G. L." in centre embroidered in gold. Size 14x12 inches. Case 12. 13 Collar and Jewel of Grand Orient of France. Pointed front forming a Delta. Yellow corded Silk with narrow green border ornamented with knotted gold cord, and branches on each side starting from a Blazing Sun with clasped hands imposed on top and surmounted by Ins.: "FRANCE," and Jewel consisting of three Deltas interlaced forming a, nine-pointed Star, surmounted by a Grown, enclosing monogram "G. 0." Embroidered. Size 4x16 inches. Case 12. 14 Baldric 33°, (French) White Silk trimmed with gold Bullion fringe, bear- ing Radiant Delta enclo"sing "33," branches of Roses and crossed Swords, embroidered in gold. Size 6x70 inches. Case 12. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 15 White Leather Apron, (French) bearing' a Porch approached by two steps Ins.: "CHARITAS FIDELITAS OBEDIENTIA VERITAS HONOR AMOR FORTITUDE PRUDENTIA TEJVIPERENTIA JUSTITIA," having two entrances, the one on the right closed, with Cable Tow lay- ing before it, the left partly open and guarded by-Tiler, with Slipper laying before it; On the front, at the left two Doric Columns Ins.: "W" in the centre, two Ionic Columns Ins.; " S," on the right two Corinthian Columns Ins.: "B," surmounted by a Frieze Ins.: "VIDE AUDE TACE,'' supporting a Mosaic Pavement on which rests an Altar bear- ing the Three Great Lights surrounded by representatives of the Three Lesser Lights, with Book of Constitution guarded by Tiler's Sword on left, and Parchment scroll, Ins.: "Charter" on the right; embordered by five draped orders of Architecture on each side terminating in a draped Arch with Keystone Ins.: "HTWSSTK S," enclosing Rad- iant " G." On the left. Point within a Circle with Scriptures on Vortex, a Corinthian Column surmounted by a Globe, and bearing on the front. Gauge, Stone Hammer and Compasses crossed; in the base of Column a door; Pot of Incense, Ark and Rainbow, Sword pointing to naked Heart and Blazing Sun. On the right, 47th Problem of Euclid, Ins.: " E V p n X a," Corinthian Column surmounted by Globe, bearing on front. Plumb, Square and Level crossed. Bee Hive, Acacia, Ladder reaching from Earth to Heaven, five Stars, Crescent Moon and Comet. At the base, three steps, Trowel, Rough Ashlar, Spade, CofBn, sprig of Acacia, Setting Maul, Perfect Ashlar on which rests Mallet, Chisel arid Scythe. Below the Coffin, Ins.: "A. L. S821." Flap outlined by a black line bearing Radiant All-seeing Eye above ribbon scroll entwined with branches, Ins.: "SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT." Printed in black. Size 15x13 inches. Case 12 16 Ten ornamental K. T. Clasps, five jeweled, two engraved and three Ins.: "ST. OMERS" "COEUR DE LION" and "HUGH DE PA YENS." Case 24. 17 Past Master's Jewel. Obv.: within an open oval frame Ins.: " Presented by Benevolent Lodge No. 142 to W. P.M. Br Christian White as a token of esteem for his Services "with ribbon bow above, Ins.: " A. L. 5809" forming a loop. Compasses with points resting on a Quadrant, with in- verted five-pointed Star bearing " G." Rev.: oval Ins. on left: "THINK FOR YOURSELF," on the right : " SEEK INSTRUCTION," on the Quadrant : "SIT LUX ET LUX FUIT," on the Star " G." Size 50x91. Engraved. Silver and Gold, Case 12. 18 Past Master's Jewel. Ornamental Compasses, points resting on a Quad- rant, enclosing Blazing Sun, Rays forming a Delta. Rev.: Ins on Quad- rant: " Presented by Concord Lodge No. 304 to W. P. M. Howard A. Simons, as a token of respect for his services A. L. 5830 " in two lines. Size 94x88. Engraved. Gold. Case 12. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIOUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 1 9 Knights Templar Senior Warden's Jewel An ornamental open quadran- gle enclosing an arm with wreath above the elbow, the hand gauntleted and holding naked Sword. Suspended by a clasp and red ribbon from an ornamental bar. Size 55x55. Gilt. Case 12. 20 Grand Commandery Jewel. A red Maltese Cross with gilt border, bear- ing a Shield enclosing within a gilt border, a Radiant red Roman Cross resting on an open quadrangle. Size 54x50. Gilt and Enamel, Case 12. • ' 2 1 Grand Commandery Jewel. A Radiant circle with legend on a black band on the left: "IN HOC" on the right : " SIGNO VINGES," on which rests a Roman Cross composed of red stones resting on an open quad- rangle. Size 54x50. Gilt and Enamel. Case 12. 22 Grand Commandery Jewel. An open quadrangle enclosing a Radiant Roman Cross set with red stones. Size 53x50. Gilt. Case 12 23 A. A. S. R. Jewel. A Pelican feeding her young, surmounted by a Rose on a stem with two leaves, above which is the upper part of a Cross set with red stones, resting on an open quadrangle. Size 53x50. Gilt and Enamel. Case 12. 24 A. A. S. R. Jewel. An Escutcheon Shield across the centre of which in an angular line formed of rhomboids colored red, white and green, above which are two triple Crosses, below, one ; surmounted by Pegasus standing on a base containing a line of five ovals, colored alternately red and green, below the Shield a ribbon scroll, resting on an open quadrangle. Size 53x50. Gilt and Enamel. Case 12. 25 A. A. S. R. 33° Jewel. An open quadrangle enclosing Double-headed Eagle standing on a staff on which s draped a. ribbon scroll, on the breast a black inverted Delta enclosing within a gilt border: "33," surmounted by a Grown, the band colored red and green. Size 52x49. Gilt and Enamel. Case 12. 26 Badge Executive Committee, Masonic Fair, 1866. A Shield bearing within a beaded border, Square and Compasses, Ins. above forming a half circle : "EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE" below: "of Masonic Fair" in two lines, the second line curved. Size 47x52. Gilt. Case 12. 2? Badge Executive Committee, Masonic Fair, 1873. A Shield bearing within a plain border. Square and Compasses enclosing " G " points of the Compasses beneath the Square. Ins. above on a: ribbon : " EXEC- UTIVE" below on a ribbon : " COMMITTEE" both lines curved. Size 33x38. Shell, Gilt. Case 12. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 28 Temple Gomrhandery. A Banner bearing within a plain oval border, two Knights mounted on one horse, the first holding a Battle Axe in his right hand, his left the reins, at his side a Sword, the second, has on his arm a Norman Shield bearing a Roman Gross, Ins. above : " TEMPLE " below: "GOMMANDERY" above the oval, on the left: "K" on the right: "T" below: "ALBANY, N. Y." in two lines, surmounted by a Casque bearing on the shoulder piece ; " 2," supported by Battle Axes on the right and left. Size 25x29. Oxidized. Case 12. 29 Mary Gommandery, No. 36. Medal. Duplicate of No. 210 (Medals Case 1.) Case 12. 30 Electro M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Naked Bust of M.'.W.-. John W. Simons, facing left, Ins. on the left : "JOHN W. SIMONS." on the right : "GR MASTER OF MASONS," below: " 1861," within a wreath. Size 89. Copper Case 12. 31 Baptismal Medal. Obv.: clothed bust of the Saviour, facing left. Rev.: St. John the Baptist, in his left hand a staff, baptizing Christ, above a. Dove. Ins.: "WER DA GLAUBET UND GETAUFT WIRD DER WIRD SELIQ WERDEN." (He who beUeves and is baptized he will be saved. ) Size 30. Silver. Case IS. 32 Medal, Brooklyn Bridge. Obv.: view of Bridge, Ins. above : "Two Cities As One NEW YORK & BROOKLYN " in three lines, the first linein old English and curved. Rev.: within a wreath of Laurel, Ins.: "SOUV- ENIR OF THE OPENING OF THE EAST RIVER BRIDGE MAY 24th 1883 1867-1883" in nine lines, the first line on a ribbon, and the first, fourth, fifth and ninth lines curved. Size 35. White Metal. Case 1 2. 33 Miniature Gavel to commemorate election of M.'.W.'. Robert D. Holmes, as' Grand Master, 1895. Lignum Vitae. Case 12. 34 Cement from original foundation of the Egyptian Obelisk, presented to M.'.W.'. John W. Simons, by Bro. Henry H. Gorringe, Commander U. S. N. Case 12. 35 Cross made from pulp of redeemed U. S. Currency, on a base consisting of three steps. Case 12. PRINTED DOCUMENTS, ETC. CLASS L. Masonic Song, written for, and sung by a member of Greyabbey Lodga,. No. 1?3, on St. John's Day, June 24, 1814 Air— For lack of Gold (Respectfully inscribed to Sir WALTER JAMES, Bart.) AGAIN, my chosen brethren, we hail our patron's day. This happy era tells us a year has rolled away; Oh ! may our minds assure us, when that period we review That to the square and compass our conduct has been true. For ye who the deep mysteries of Masonry can trace, Should set a bright example to all the human Race Since Masonry was founded by Heaven's eternal King, Your morals should be pure as the limpid mountain spring. But if some thoughtless brother has Wandered from the way Which leads to that great temple where shines eternal day; From him withhold not mercy, the attribute of Heaven — Endeavor to forgive, as you hope to be forgiven. Since last we were assembled this festive day to hail. How many of our brethren in death's embrace lie pale ; For the sand is always running, which no human pow'r can stay And the sweeping scythe of time soon must lop us all away. Then let our lives be ordered according to that law, Which from the ancient emblems of Masonry we draw; That when we feel the moment of dissolution nigh. We may hope to be transferred to a happier lodge on high. Adieu, my worthy brethren, may peace and concord reign. Till on the same occasion you shall be met again ; May HE who from confusion bade Order to Arise, Watch over all our actions, and guide us to the skies. Printed on paper. Size 7%x\0]4 inches. From Bro. Charles Cummings. Framed, in Library. Greyabbey Lodge, No. 1?3, was located at County Down, Ireland. Litho Engraving, La Maconnerie Secourant L'Humanite— Masonry aiding Humanity. Figure of the Genius of Masonry standing on Perfect Ash- lar on which is depicted a Triangle, Level crossed by Compasses, on the left a Trowel, on the right above divided by the point of the Triangle COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. " M. B " below Sprig of Acacia across a Gauge. Standing on a square base. Above the figure a Radiant fiv6-pointed Star, on left Column " J," on right Column " B," at the foot of the base, Mallet, Mask and Shackle, surrounded by figures of the needy awaiting alms. Four lines of French text, translated as follows : It aids the unfortunate, dries all tears Widows, Children, Aged in it have a refuge. From it comes light, accepting it as Judge The Slave demands an end to his sorrow. From Bro. Charles Cummings. Framed, in Library. S Steel Engn'aving, "The Ironworker and King Solomon'' containing over one hundred figures, illustrating a tradition of the building of Solomon's Temple. Bears autograph of John Sartain, the engraver. Size 42x ^2li inches. From Merchants Lodge, No. 709. Framed, in Library. 4 Portrait of Kaiser William I, Emperor of Germany, as he appeared in Masonic Regalia in the Lodge at Strasburg. Size 15x23 inches. From Bro. Fred. Kanter. Framed, in Library. 5 Portrait of Kaiser Frederick, as he appeared in Masonic Regalia in the Lodge at Strasburg, September 12th, 1886. Size 15x23 inches. From Bro. Fred. Kanter. Framed, in Library. 6 Portrait of Col. Charles Williamson, the first Master of Steuben Lodge, No. 112, Bath, N. Y. Photo. Size 10x1 1'4 inches. From Steuben Lodge, No. 112. Framed, in Library. 7 Portrait of M.'.W.'. Benjamin Day, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, 1797, wearing Jewel and Collar of Grand Master. Engraved by J. A. O'Neil. Steel Plate. Size 6x8 inches. Framed, in Library. 8 Portrait of M.'.W.-. Edward Randolph, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, 1786, wearing Jewel and Collar of Grand Master. En- graved by J. A. O'Neil. Steel Plate. Size 6x8 inches. Framed, in Library. 9 Portrait of M.'.W.'. Solomon Jacobs, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, 1810, wearing Jewel and Collar of Grand Master. From oil painting by Thomas Sully, engraved by J. A. O'Neil. Steel Plate. Size 6x8 inches. Framed, in Library. 10 Portrait of R.'.W.'. Daniel Sickels, of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. Engraved by J. A. O'Neil. Steel Plate. Size Z%xS}4 inches. Framed, in Library. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 1 1 Scene at the Union of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York and the St. John's Grand Lodge, at Triplfer Hall, December 27, 1850, with key to the principal figuresinthe picture. Lithograph, in colors, Ins. below: "THE GREAT MASONIC UNION CELEBRATION of the Brethren hitherto under the Jurisdiction of St. John's Grand Lodge with the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the M.-. A.'. & Hon.'. Fraternity of Free & Accepted Masons of the State of New York, at Tripler Hall, City of New York, Friday, December 27th, A. D. 1850— A. L. 5850." in six lines. Size 36x30 inches. Framed, in Library. 12 Biographical Pen and Ink Portrait of the Duke of Sussex, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of England. Portrait formed by biography written in fine lines. Ins. below: "A BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS THE DUKE OF SUSSEX, Etc., Etc." infour lines. Size 23x30 inches. Framed, in Library. 13 The Lord's Prayer in the Russian Language, in a circle one fifth of an inch. Surrounded by a wreath of fruits and flowers. " Published Commemorative of His Imperial Majesty The EMPEROR of all the RUSSIAS &c., &c., &c. Visit to GREAT BRITAIN and his landing at DOVER on the 6th day of June 1814. By R. & E. Williamson, Orna- mental Writing Engravers." Proof Steel Plate. Size 3x3)^ inches. Framed, in Library. 14 Picture emblematic of Charity, depicts Washington passing through a Masonic Hall at the head of a procession of orphans, having by the right hand, a girl, the left, a. boy, at the sides of the Hall, prominent Masons of that period in regalia. Ins. below: "TO THE GRAND LODGES OF THE UNITED STATES This Print representing THE DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF MASONIC CHARITY bestowed on proper objects, is respectfully dedicated." in three lines. Engraved by F. Kearny. Steel Plate. Size 21 )axl7 inches. From Bro. J. H. Demarest, M. D. Framed, in Library. 1 5 Picture of " The Moira Apron " showing Apron draped with Sash and de- picts on a Mosaic Pavement, Prophet expounding the Book of Law rest- ing upon an Altar behind which is a Burning Censer. On the left, Sol- omon, King of Israel, and Hiram, King of Tyre seated on a throne, standing before them Hiram Abif explaining the plans of the Temple. On the right, three Priests, in the background, ruins with broken Col- umn, surrounded by clouds. On Rays above the clouds in centre. Saints bearing model of the Temple. Tables of stone and Candlestick with seven branches, on the left, St. John the Baptist kneeling, on the right, St. John the Evangelist bearing a Cross with Standard and Paschal Lamb at his feet. In the upper left corner. All-seeing Eye surrounded by six eyes. Surmounted by Medallion Portrait of the Earl of Moira with Grand Master's Jewel suspended from his neck, within a wreath •COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. and a curved ribbon, Ins.: "THE MOIRA APRON." Below the Apron is Ins.: "If wisdom in council, eloquence in debate, valour in arms, sturdy patriotism and universal benevolence, be deserving of record in the page of history and archives of Masonry, no subject in the British dominions posesses more genuine claims than the Right Honorable the EARL of MOIRA, A. G. M. of England whose memory this Masonic Badge is designed to perpetuate.'' On the lower left corner " Published according to act of Parliament," on the right: "March 31st 1815 By I HAYES, Bristol." Steel Plate on Silk. Size 16x20 inches. From Wor. John Shrady. Framed, in Library. 16 Old Masonic Chart, bearing on a Mosaic Pavement two Corinthian Col- umns supporting an Arch, from the Keystone of which is suspended a Key, enclosing an inverted five-pointed Star within Square and Com- passes, the Square having a long and short arm, above the Compasses, Mallet and Trowel, below the Square, two Candlesticks, on the left, a Bush, on the right, a Man; below the Pavement, a naked Sword. In the field on left, four Candlesticks, Level on which is depicted Ladder and Plumb, Hour Glass, Candlestick, Sheep, Coffin on its side, on which is Skull and Crossbones and Scythe, standing on the Coffin, a Lamb, Bee Hive, two Perfect Ashlars joined. Hour Glass, Blazing Sun, open Book, Ins.: " God is our Guide," Seraphim, 47th Problem, Radiant All-seeing Eye, Crescent Moon and seven Stars. On the right, four Candlesticks, Magician's Rod, Level, as on the left. Pot of Incense, Candlestick, Ark and Dove, naked Sword, Hour Glass,.Grescent Moon, open Book, Ins.: " God is our Guide," Seraphim, 47th Problem, Radiant All-seeing Eye and Crescent Moon; above in centre, three Cherubim and open Book, Ins.: as the other two. Hand painted on linen with blue border. Size 20J2x21 inches. Framed, in Library. 17 "Masonic Memorial" contains portraits of eighty-one Masons who were prominent in the State and Nation prior to and during 1860, grouped in Independence Hall, over the door of which in the background is the American Eagle, by " Ch. Inger." Lithographed by "Duval, WilUams and Duval, in 1860." Accompanied by a key. Size 21x15 inches. Framed, in Library. 1 8 Portrait of Earl of Loudoun, full length, in Highland dress, his left hand resting on the hilt of a Claymore, with point resting on ground, in his right hand a Highland Bonnet. Ins. below: "The R^ Hon'^le the Earl of Loudoun Capt'n General & Governour in Chief of his Majestys Forces in North America, and one of the sixteen Peers of Scotland." Copper plate enclosed in a plain border printed in brown. Size 43f'x7 inches. Framed, in Library. 19 Cabinet Photos of Past Grand Librarians, John G. Barker, Isaac B. Con- over, William F. Costenbader, William Delamater, Herman G. Carter, William J. Duncan. Emanuel Loewenstein, Robert H. Tho'mas. Framed, in Library. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES. GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. 20 Photo. Members of the General Masonic Relief Association of the Uni- ted States and Canada. Tal^ inches. Framed, in Library. 23 Death Warrant o^ Charles I, King of England, 1648. Fac-simiie. Size 2S>^xl3j^ inches. Framed, in Library. 24 Portrait of M.-.W.-. Frank R. Lawrence, P. G. M., Grand Lodge of the State of New York. Photo. Size 20x24 inches. Framed, in Library. 25 Portrait of M.-.W.-. Edward M. L. Ehlers, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. Photo. Size 17x22 inches. From Commonwealth Lodge, No. 409. Framed, in Library. 26 Portrait of Do-Ne Ho Ga Wa, (Gen. Eli S. Parker,) a full blooded Amer- can Indian and a direct descendant of the famous Red Jacket. He was the first Master of Akron Lodge, No. 527, Akron, N. Y. Crayon. Size 23x27 inches. From Akron Lodge, No. 527. Framed, in Library. Gen. Eli S. Parker, served on the Staff of Gen. U. S. Grant during the Civil War, (1861-65) and wrote the articles of capitulation at the surrender of Gen. Robert E. Lee, at Appomattox. 27 Laying Corner Stone of the Masonic Home at Utica, May 21st, 1891, with M.-.W.-. John W. Vrooman, Grand Master, and M.-.W.-. William Sherer (at that time) Deputy Grand Master, in foreground. Photo. Size 233^x19^ inches. Framed, in Library. 28 Masonic Hall, Broadway, near Pearl Street, New York City. Photo from an engraving. Size 17xl3X inches. From M.-.W.-. James Ten Eyck. Framed, in Library. The Corner Stone for this building was laid June 24th, 1826, by M.'. W.-. Elisha W. King, Grand Master, assisted by his associate Grand Lodge Officers, with the impressive ceremonies of the Craft, and a procession of the Lodges of the City held in honor of the event. The building was demolished in 1856 by Mr. William A. Dudley, and at the June Session of the Grand Lodge of that year steps were taken COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTiaUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. to secure the Corner Stone and its contents, which for some reason were without effect. December 4th, 1856, Mr. Dudley was made a Mason in Sagamore Lodge, No. 371, and to commemorate the event presehted the Corner Stone and Box to that Lodge. At a regular Communication of Sagamore Lodge held January 20th, 1857, the Box was opened and a record of its contents placed upon the minutes of the Lodge. At the Morning Session of the Grand Lodge, Friday, June 4th, under a. special order of business these relics were presented by Sagamore Lodge to the Grand Lodge. 29 " A Scene in Old New York." Photo from an engraving. Size 1 6>^xl3>^ inches. From M.-.W.-. James Ten Eyck. Framed, in Library. 50 Programme of Play, the " Lady of Lyons,'' followed by the Masonic inter- lude: "WHAT'S FREEMASONRY," in the "THEATRE LIMERICK" June 26th, 1843. " BY DESIRE AND UNDER IMMEDIATE PAT- RONAGE OF THE RIGHT WORSHIPFUL THE PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER OF NORTH MUNSTER AND THE BRETHREN OF THE MASONIC ORDER." Printed in black on white silk bound with blue. Size ll>a'x23J2 inches. Framed, in Library. 31 The Temple of Solomon. Front elevation showing a building of three stories and having four Towers of one story each, equidistant, sur- mounted by cupolas, each ornamented by Palms springing from the roof, and a centre Tower of two stories, and ornamented with three Palms. The front is adorned with one hundred and sixty-two Columns, forty-six at each floor of the edifice and six at each of the four Towers, those on'the ground floor on square pedestals, on the middle and upper floors and the Towers, on a round base. Surrounded by an enclosed Porch on which is an open Esplanade supported by Columns, on a Mo- saic Pavement having an open stone balustrade on its front. Ins. above: ••A BEAUTIFUL and accurate ELEVATION of the TEMPLE of KING SOLOMON taken from the CELEBRATED MODEL erected by COUN- SELLOR SCHOTT of Hamburgh Ornamented with the most interesting Passages in the Lives of King David and Solomon his Son " in two lines. Below the picture of the Temple is descriptive letter press and views of the Great Sanhedrim sitting in the chamber called " GEZITH," the Temple with the several Courts, the inside of the Tabernacle with the Holy Vessels, the Tabernacle with the Court, the Golden Altar of In- cense, the Brazen Laver, the Brazen Sea, the Sanctum Sanctorum con- taining the Ark of the Covenant and Cherubim, and the House of the Cedars of Lebanon. On the left and right scenes (four each side) from the Lives of David and Solomon, with descriptive letter press. Steel Plate. Size 42x24 inches. From York Lodge, No. 197. Framed, in Library. We learn from a paper by Bro. W. J. Chetwode Crawley, in ths "Transactions of Quatuor Coronati Lodge, No. 2076," for 1899, OOLLEOTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OP NEW YORK. and thu "Transactions" of that Lodge for 1900, the Model of which this is an illustration was constructed by Counsellor Gerhard Schott, some time prior to 1692, (exact date unknown;) and was on exhibition in London, England, from 1723 to 1730, where a copper plate engrav- ing about twelve by eighteen inches was made of it by Bro. John Senex, the publisher of the 1723 Constitutions, who was also Junior Grand Warden, followed later by the present enlarged copy of that engraving, the original engraving however is Ins.: "THE TEMPLE OF SOLO- MON " above the Temple, divided by the central Tower. An advertise- ment in "The Daily Gourant " (London) March 3d, 1729, states: "Within the Model are 2000 Chambers and Windows, and Pillars 7000; the Model is 13 foot high and 80 foot round." The Model is now in the collection of the Royal Saxon Antiquaries Association of Dresden, Sax- ony. 32 Fac-simile of Certificate granted to Bro. Stephen Girard, (Founder of Girard College, Philadelphia,) by Union Blue Lodge, No. 8, Charleston, S. C, which reads as follows: "To all Ancient Bretheren, of the Two Hemispheres Wheresoever Dispersed. We Do hereby Certify & Declare that the Bearer hereof, Brother Stephen Girard late of the City of Philadelphia, State-of Penn- sylvania Merchant, has been by us Regularly Entered, Passed and Raised to the Degree of a Master Mason in the Union Blue Lodge No. 8 under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Ancient York Masons in Charleston State of South Carolina; and as such we wish to recom- mend him to all Bretheren of the Ancient Craft; Promising to pay the same attention & respect to all such Bretheren who may present Themselves to our Lodge as are Cloathed with their proper and Authen- tic Titles. Given under our hands & Seals in Charleston Will White Secy. this 28" Day of January 1788 and of . Masonry 5788. J. M. Mitchell Master Geo Miller S. Warden Wm Smith J. Warden Attest A. Alexander Grand Secretary " Above the body of the Certificate is Radiant Square and Compasses on which is superimposed a Delta, the base and right side heavy lines, the left light, enclosing Hebrew characters, with Sprig of Acacia and branch of flowers curved upward with stems crossed, and a curved ribbon scroll, Ins.: "HEALTH STABILITY AND POWER," below, On the left. Pot of Incense, on the right, an Urn with a naked Sword passed through on handle. At top on the left, Compasses open forming a Square in the angles of which is " Ne Varietur Stephen Girard." on the right a Square. The Seal of the Lodge, Ins. above: "LODGE No. 8," COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. below: "CHARLESTON, S. C." enclosing- an inverted Square and Compasses, one point of Compasses beneath the .Square, supporting a naked Sword pointing upward, the hilt resting on the angle of the Square, is on the centre of the left side of the Certificate. Enclosed within a three line ruled border. Bromide Print. Size 10^x13^ inches, From Bro. Georg-e P. Rupp. Framed, in Library. The original is engrossed, and is in possession of the Board of Direct- ors of City Trusts of Philadelphia. 53 "EULOGIUM ON MASONRY Delivered in Mount Moriah Lodge, St. John's Hall, on Wednesday Evening, Nov. 16, 5808. BY BROTHER J. C. as an Exordium to a Course of Lectures on the sublime Principles of the Institution." Addressed " Worshipful Master & Brethren." Three columns printed matter closing with Ode " ON BENEVOLENCE by Brother D. Frazer of Mount Moriah Lodge." Signed at bottom "WM. MAXWELL of Adelphi Lodge, No. 18, N. York." Enclosed ornamental border, at top in centre. Three Great Lights erect surmounted by All- seeing Eye, on right Crescent Moon surrounded by seven Stars, and Gavel; on left, Blazing Sun and Trowel. Printed in black on white silk. Size 13x15% inches. Framed, in Library. 34 Sprig of Acacia. (Aocasia Arabia.) From Conservatory of Erastus Corning. Size 7/^^x10,'^ inches. Framed, in Library. 35 85 Builder's Marks from stones used in construction of Pyramid of Gizeh, Herculaneum, Edinburgh Castle, Inchcolme Priory, Breclim Cathedral and other prominent ancient buildings throughout Europe. Printed on white paper in red and black. Size 18x24 inches. Framed, in Chapter Room. 36 Grand Lodge Circular dated "February 16, A. L. 5846," addressed to "The Worshipful Master, Wardens and Members of Albion Lodge, No. 26," announcing the "death, on Thursday, February 12th, of Most Worshipful Alexander H. Robertson, the Grand Master." It gives a short Eulogy, reciting service rendered the Craft in the State of New York, history of his connection with the fraternity, and directs "that the Lodges of the Jurisdiction be clothed in mourning for one year." Signed by "James Herring, Grand Secretary." Coat of Arms of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York over sunburst at the top. Printed on white paper with black rule border. Size 7}^xl3% inches. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 10. 37 Circular Letter containing report of a Committee appointed by Union Lodge, sent to the several Lodges in the State by Union Lodge, No. 30, dated April 15th, 5819, and calling attention to a circular under date of April 20th, 5818, from the Grand Lodge "IN RELATION TO COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEVf YORK. GRAND LODGE DUES from the Country Lodges. This Circular Letter was sent to Rising Sun Lodge, Scipio, Cayuga Co., N. Y. Three pages. Size 7}4xlZ}{ inches. Case 10. 38 Programme of Palmo's Opera House. "OLE BULL has the honor of announcing his LAST CONCERT BUT ONE prior to his departure for Europe, on Thursday Evening, October 1 6th, 1 84S. On which occasion . he will perform for the first time his last composition entitled the MEM- ORY OF WASHINGTON A FAREWELL TRIBUTE TO AMERI- CA." Printed on yellow paper. Size 5 J^x 10 >^ inches. Case 10. 39 Notice of "GRAND MUSICAL AND MASONIC FESTIVAL THURS- DAY, APRIL 2Sth, 1844, at the Tabernacle, for the BENEFIT OF THE ASYLUM FUND OF THE WIDOWS & ORPHANS OF THE GRAND LODGE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK." Contains names of the volunteer performers and announces "THE GRAND LODGE will attend in FULL REGALIA and all Brethren are requested to appear in Masonic attire." On white paper. Size ?x 14 inches. Case 10. 40 Programme of the "GRAND MUSICAL and MASONIC FESTIVAL To be held at the Tabernacle Thursday April 25th, 1844." Contains names of principal vocal performers. Instrumentalists and members of Vocal Society. Printed on white paper. Size 7}4xl0}4 inches. Case 10. 4 1 Advertisement. " This Day is published THE FREE MASON'S Pocket Companion CONTAINING, The History of Masons Masonry. XXX X By W. SMITH a Free Mason. Printed for John Torbuck in Clare- Court near Drury Lane. Price stitch'd Is, 6d. bound 2s.'' From an English Newspaper printed in 1735. Size Sj^x2 inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 42 Advertisement. "This Day was published. Price Is. A Master Key to FREt; MASONRY: By which all the Secrets of the Society are laid open; XXXXXXX Printed for J. burd, at the Temple-E:i^change Fleet Street. N. B. The Public may depend upon this being a genuine Account of their whole Secrets, by which a Person may gain Admittance into a Lodge. Erratum. In the Oath of Free-Masons, p. 33, line IS, instead of a Brother, read the Brotherhood." From an English Newspaper printed in 1760. Size 2}4xlyi inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 4S Advertisement. " This Day was published. Price Is. 6d. The Third Edit- ion, corrected of JACHIN and BOAZ: Or, an authentic Key to the Doer of FREE-MASONRY, bcth Antient and Modern, XXXXXXXXX COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. By a GENTLEMAN belonging- to the Jerusalem Lodge and the most eminent Lodges in this City. Printed for W. NichoU in St. Paul's Church-yard." From an English Newspaper printed in 1763. Size 2 '2x2 inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 44 Notice of Funeral " At Chatham Mr. Crowhurst an eminent carpenter there. His remains were interred on the 4th in great pomp at Chat- ham church-yard. The Free and Accepted Masons accompanied the corpse in procession to the ground, with a band of Music." From an English Newspaper printed in 1 788. Size 2x1)^ inches. From R.-.W.-.- William J. Hughan. Case 10. 45 Epilogue in thirty-five lines, from an English Newspaper, 1802: '• SPOKEN IN THE CHARACTER OF A FREE MASON'S WIFE, BY MRS. SULLIVAN. But from your LODGE why do you us exclude? The French I'm told, more civil and polite, Our sex with theirs in open LODGE unite. xxxxxxxxxxxx Kind hearted soul — he said he'd tell me all. And though the Craft might think him much in fault, He could not hide from me one word or thought. He told me, then, of Mas'nry all he knew; And I'm resolv'd to tell great part to you. The token is— (Hush ! Hush !)— SINCERITY. The Word is— LOVE.— The Sign— FIDELITY. To tell the rest I'm not at liberty. Because my heart's the Lock of which he keeps the Key. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 46 Newspaper Cutting. An old plate of Masonic Arms, probably Scotch. An Escutcheon Shield bearing a Square on which rests Compasses open; above, two Castles, below, one Castle; surmounted by a Castle; below the Shield on a ribbon scroll, Ins.: "IN THE LORD IS ALL OUR TRUST." The Shield is resting against a Perfect Ashlar on which is set Calipers extending the length of the Ashlar, and cut stones beside it. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 47 Newspaper report of interment "in St. Pancras Church-yard, with the formalities of masonry, (by his own request) of Mr. William Jones, of that parish, upward of forty years a Member of that Society." June 1773. (English.) From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 1 0. 48 Advertisement of the Annual Dinner of the Grand Lodge of England, 1777; "at Free Masons Hall in Queen street Lincolns inn fields, on Thursday 1st of May next. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. The Right Hon. Lord Petre, Grand Master Rowland Holt, Esq; Deputy Grand Master Col. John Deacon "I George Harrison, Esq; J '^'^^"'^ Wardens From R.-.W.\ William J. Hughan. Case 10. 49 Advertisement, 1792. (English.) "FREE MASONRY for the LADIES; or The Great Secret Discovered. Like the famed stream eririching-Egypt's shore. All feel its use, but few its source explore. The Heaven-taught Science, Queen of Arts appears. Eludes the raft of time, and waste of years; Through form and matter all her laws display'd; Her rules the same by which the world was made." From R.'.W.'. William J. Hughan. , Case 10. 50 List of " Ancient " Lodges meeting in the Town of Liverpool, with nights and place of meeting, and names and place of meeting of the Committee of Charity. Printed on white paper. Size 3x4>^ inches. Issued late in 18th Century. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 10. 51 Two half Tickets, No. 52252 for Gift Concert given in the City of Norfolk, Va. to raise funds to complete Masonic Temple in that City. Bears printed autograph of " Henry V. Moore, Secy, Masonic Relief Associa- tion,'' and bears on the back, front and side view of Temple. Litho- graphed on white paper. Size 4^x2 ,'2 inches. Case 10. 52 Ladies Ticket "EIGHTH ANNUAL MASONIC BALL of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York, February 14th, 1854, at NIBLO'S SALOON." Printed in gold bronze and colors on white card. Size 4^ x3 inches. Case 10. 53 Ticket "Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York. Annual Ball in Aid of the Hall & Asylum Fund at the Academy of Music, Tuesday Evening, February 15th, 1859." Engraved orna- mental type and in curved lines on white card. Size 5x3X inches. Case 10. 54 Bible printed by Mann & Douglass, at Morristown, N. J., 1805. Said to be one of the first Bibles printed in this Country. Presented by a Lodge meeting at Morristown, to Albion Lodge, No. 26. From Albion Lodge, No. 26. Case 20. 55 Proceedings of Grand Lodge of Connecticut, May A. L. 5811, showing attendance of representatives of forty-nine Lodges and the following COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODOE OF HEW YORK. Grand Officers: "W. John R. Watrous, S. G. W. and G. M. pro tern, W. Solomon Cowles, J. G. W. and S. G. W. pro tern. W. Aaron Smith, J. G. W. pro tern. Elisha Babcook, G. T. pro tern. John Mix, G. S. John Hubbard, S. G. D. James Ward, J. G. D." Four pages. Size 83^xl3>^ inches. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 20. 56 Receipts for subscriptions to Library of Westchester Lodge, No. 46, (now 180) dated June 11th, 1807, and March 11th, 1809. From Rev. Bro. W. S. Coffey. Case 20. 57 Copy of " London Freemason," recovered from wreck of Steamship Ore- gon, March 6th, 1 88S. From Bro. A. J. Burton. Case 20. 58 By-Laws of Concord Lodge, No. S04, (now 50.) Printed by George Morris, 1824. From M.-.W.-. John W. Sirnons. Case 20. 59 By-Laws of Concor^d Lodge, No. 304, (now 50) January 1 1th, 1839. From Concord Lodge, No. 50. Case 20. 60 List of Lodges. Published by J. & J. Harper 1826. From M.-.W.-. John W. Simons. Case 20. 61 Engraved List of I,odges, (English 1735) containing the names or em- blems, number and place of meeting of 129 Lodges, arranged in Tablets on an Entablature, In centre of upper part is portrait with signature of " Sir Robert Steele," surmounted by Coat of Arms on an ornamental Shield. At the base is a table arranged in form of a Square with a long and short arm; on the short table is a closed Book between two Burning Candles "in Candlesticks having triangular top, on the long ta- ble one Burning Candle; grouped around the front are eleven Brethren clothed, six covered with three-cornered hats, two seated; in centre of group the Master, i^n his left hand Compasses, suspended by a ribbon from his neck, Trowel and Square, to his right Brother holding a Square, at end of short table Brother holding a Square resting on the table, in his left hand, and a Trowel in his right. Printed in black on white paper. Size 1 l?gx 10^ inches. From Wor. James H. Warwick. Case 20. 62 Photogravure of Frontispiece and Title Page of Book referred to in Ahi- man Rezon by Laurence Dermott, 18th Century, consisting of portrait of Author Jacob Juda Lyon, within a double oval with Latin inscription dated "Anno 1641 " with scroll beneath bearing plans of Solomon's Temple and Palace, and title: "AN ACCURATE DESCRIPTION of the GRAND and GLORIOUS TEMPLE of SOLOMON." Size 4x3;^' inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 20. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 63 Photogravure of Illustrations from Book referred to by Laurence Dermott, (No. 63) consisting of suppositious model of Temple with Palace on left and Fort on right, Ins. above: "Palace, Temple, Fort," on the upper part of page, and Cherubim standing among flowers with Palm Trees on the right and left, Ins. above: "Cherubim" on the left: "Palm" on the right: "Trees "'on the lower part. Size 2^x3X inches. From R.-.W.-. William J. Hughan. Case 20. 64 Admission Card to Union Celebration at Tripler Hall. Reads as follows: " Masonic Union Celebration OF THE M. W. Grand Lodge of the State OF NEW YORK AT TRIPLER, HALL, Friday December 27th, 1850. Doors open at 9 O'clock A. M. ADMIT BEARER. James W. Powell, M. D. Grand Secretary." Embordered on the right and left by Corinth- ian Columns entwined with garlands and surmounted by inverted five- pointed Stars. Above in centre on clouds within a circle a Radiant Delta enclosing letter "G." Below: Seal of the Grand Lodge with Working Tools on right and left, resting against bass of Columns and Pyramids in the distance. Printed in black. Size 4j^x3 inches. Case 20. NON-MASONIC. CLASS M. Size in Millimetres. MEDALS. Erie Canal Celebration. Obv.: Neptune and Satyr seated, on the left fruits and vegetables, on the right the sea with lighthouse in the dis- tance, Ins. above : " UNION OF ERIE WITH THE ATLANTIC" be- low in small letters : "R. DEL W. SC." Rev.: a Shield bearing Rising Sun, on Water; on the left. Canal with locks, on the right Ship and warehouses, above. Eagle standing on a half Globe, below on a ribbon, legend: "EXCELSIOR." Ins. above, two-thirds around: "ERIE CANAL COMM. 4 JULY 1817 COMP. 26 OCT 1825" below in small letters: " C. G. WRIGHT SC 1826 PRESENT'D BY THE CITY OF N. YORK" in three lines, the lower line curved. In a box made from wood brought from Erie, N. Y. -in the first Canal Boat to come through the Canal. (Seneca Chief.) Size 44. White Metal. From R.".W.'. Adolphus Andreas. Case 21. Centennial of the Adoption of the Constitution. Obv.: clothed Bust of Washington facing right, Ins. above extending nearly around : " PRES- IDENT OF THE CONVENTION" below: "1787." Rev.: framed picture of Independence Hall, on the left "1 787," on the right "1887." Above, within a circle Busts of Hamilton and Madison, conjoined, facing right, resting on a ribbon Ins. on the left : "HAMILTON," on the right: " MADISON," above which is thirteen Stars separated by bars. Below Ins.: "CENTENNIAL OF THE ADOPTION OF THE CONSTITU- TION" in three lines, the lower line curved. Size 35. White Metal. From Wor. Jos. M. Levy. Case 21. Lincoln Memorial. Obv.: clothed Bust of Abraham Lincoln, facing right, Ins. on the left: " SALVATOR " on the right : "PATRIAE." Below in small letters : "Emil Sigel, FECIT." Rev.: Ins.: "IN MEMORY OF THE LIFE ACTS AND DEATH OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN BORN FEBRUARY 12, 1809. DIED APRIL 15, 1865." in eight lines; within a Laurel wreath, with ribbon interlaced in lower part, Ins. in small letters : " PUB. BY THE AMERICAN NUMISMATIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY NEW YORK 1866." Size 83. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. J. B. Conover. Case 21. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 4 Centennial of Independence. Obv.; on a sunk field Liberty standing on a base Ins. " 1876" at her feet a. Shield, at her side a Sword, crossing with wreaths of Laurel, figures symbolic of the Arts and Manufactures, on her right and left, Ins. above extending nearly around: " IN COM- MEMORATION OF THE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF AMER- ICAN INDEPENDENCE," below: "Act of Congress June 1874." Rev.: on a sunk field Liberty kneeling on right knee, in her right hand a naked Sword, her left pointing to cluster of thirteen Stars surrounded by Rays above. Below, date " 1776 " nearly enclosed by Ins.: "THESE UNI- TED COLONIES ARE, AND OF RIGHT OUGHT TO BE, FREE AND INDEPENDENT STATES." Size 68. Gilt. From R.-.W.-. J. B. Conover. Case 21. These Medals were struck in sets of four, two 68 mil. Gilt, and Sil- vered, two 37 mil. Gilt, and Bronze, with Rev. of the large Medal .for an Obv., and an inscription in eight lines within a wreath, for a Rev. 5 Millard Fillmore. Obv.: clothed Bust of Fillmore facing right, Ins. above: "MILLARD FILLMORE," below: " FOR THE WHOLE COUNTRY." Rev.: an American Eagle bearing a Shield, and Arrows and Olive Branch in itstalons. Ins. above: " UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," below: " 31, S." Size 27. Brass. Case 21. 6 James A. Garfield. Obv.: clothed Bust of Garfield facing left, Ins. above: "JAMES A. GARFIELD THE NATIONS" in two lines; below: - "CHOICE FOR PRESIDENT, 1880 1' in two lines. Rev.: Canal scene with Sun rising behind Mountains. Ins. above: "FROM THE TOW PATH," below: "TO THE WHITE HOUSE " in two lines. Size 27. Bronze. Case 21. 7 Winfield Scott Hancock. Obv.: clothed Bust of Hancock with branches below curving with stems crossed, Ins. above: "WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK," below: "THE PEOPLES CHOICE FOR PRESIDENT 1880 "'in two lines. A General's shoulder strap on the right and left separating inscriptions. Rev.: a flying Eagle holding in its beak a rib- bon, Ins.: "SAiNSPEURET SANS REPROCHE," below which is Ins.: ■'A COMBINATION AND A FORM INDEED WHERE EVERY GOD DID SEEM TO SET HIS SEAL TO GIVE THE WORLD ASSUR- ANCE OF A MAN " in seven lines, the last line curved. Size 27. Bronze. Case 21. 8 Andrew Johnson. Obv.: naked Bust of Andrew Johnson facing right, Ins. above, extending nearly around: "ANDREW JOHNSON PRES- IDENT OF THE UNITED STATES," below. "1865." Rev.: sym- bolic figure of Indian with Pipe of Peace, grasping hand of White Man in Roman Toga holding American Flag, before a monument, the front Ins. within a wreath: "PEACE," Surmounted by naked Bust of COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Washington facing right. At their feet, on the left, Horn of Plenty, Quiver of Arrows, Bow and Tomahawk; on the right. Anchor, Gear Wheel, Plough and a train of cars passing over a viaduct in the distance. Size 63. Bronze. From Bro. Chas. T. Griffith. Case 21. 9 Army of West Virginia, 17th Reunion. Obv.: on a sunk field, a. camp scene with two Soldiers shaking hands, in foreground, beneath which is an Eagle with wings spread, and Arrows and Olive Branches in its talons, Ins. above: "irTH REUNION ARMY OF W. VA.," below: "WHEELING W. VA. AUG. 23-26 188?." Rev.: Seal of City of Wheeling within a beaded circle,' Ins. extending nearly around: " SEAL OF THE CITY OF WHEELING," below, in small letters: " G. e! Fownes, N. Y." Size 38. White Metal. Case 21. 10 Gen'l Stonewall Jackson. Obv.: naked Bust of Jacksop facing left, Ins. on left: " LIEUT. GENERAL T. J. JACKSON, STONEWALL," on the right: "BORN 1821, DIED 1865," below the Bust in small letters: " CAQUE, F." Rev.: Ins. in eight lines giving battles participated in within a wreath of corn, corn leaves and ivy, entwined by a ribbon with names of other battles, springing from a broad ornamental Shield, Ins.: " DEO VINDICI," resting on Cannon, Guns and Swords, surmounted by cannon balls and bomb, and separated at top by an inverted five- pointed Star. Size 50. White Metal. Case 21. This Medal was made in France for the Southern Confederacy. 1 1 Pennsylvania, Bi-centennial. Obv.: clothed Bust of William Penn, facing^ Ins. on left: "PENN," on right: "1682." Rev.: on a sunk field, coat of arms of Pennsylvania enclosed by Ins.: " DISTRIBUTED BY EM- PLOYEES OF U. S. MINT DURING THE CELEBRATION OF PENNSYLVANIAS BI-CENTENNIAL OCT. 24, 1882," in two circu- lar lines. Size 25. Brass. From R.'.W.-. Claudius F. Beatty. Case 21. 12 National Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows, 50th Anniversary. Obv.: figures symbolic of Faith, Hope, Charity and Friendship, with Radiant All- seeing Eye above, and clasped hands and ribbon Ins.: "FRIENDSHIP LOVE AND TRUTH " below. Rev.: Ins.: "I. 0. 0. F. GRAND NA- TIONAL CELEBRATION OF THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY PHILADELPHIA APRIL 26 1869 " in seven lines, the first line curved; below which are branches of Oak and Ivy with stems crossed, and Three Links. Size 51. Silver. Case 21. 13 Victoria Bridge. Obv.: view of Bridge with Coat of Arms of Canada above. Ins. above: "VICTORIA BRIDGE MEDAL," below: "THE COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. VICTORIA BRIDGE MONTREAL THE GREATEST WORK OF ENGINEERING SKILL IN THE WORLD PUBLICLY INAUGURA- TED AND OPENED IN 1860 GRAND TRUNK RAILWAY OF CAN- ADA" in eight lines, the fifth and eighth lines curved. Rev.; on the left, Crowned Bust of Queen Victoria, facing right, on the right. Prince Albert, facing left, below, Prince of Wales, facing front, all within circles, that of the Prince of Wales surmounted by three Plumes and a Beaver oh the right. Above, the Seal of Canada, enclosing an Ins. in fourteen lines descriptive of the Bridge. Size 51. White Metal. From Bro. Geo. Lawrence. Case 21. 14 Coronation of King William and Queen Augusta, of Prussia. Obv.: con- joined Busts of King William and Queen Augusta, facing right, Ins. ex- tending nearly around: " KOENIG WILHELM UND KOENIGIN AU- GUSTS VON PREUSSEN." Rev.: within an open wreath of oak leaves on the left and Laurel on the right, Ins.: '"ZUR ERINNERUNG AN DIE KROENUNGS FIEREI VON KOENIG WILHELM UND KOENIGIN AUGUSTE VON PREUSSEN AUR 13ten October 1861 Zu Koenigsberg." Size 45. Silver. Case 21. 15 Dr. Jean Richard, Watchmaker, Neuchatel, Switzerland. Obv.: Bust of Dr. Richard, facing front, Ins.: extending two-thirds around: "Dr JEAN RICHARD HOROLOGER NEUGHATELOIS," in smaller letters, on the left: " DIT BRESSEL," on the right: "1665-1741." Rev.: Ins.: "PERE DE NOTRE INDUSTRIE LE PAYS TE DOIT SA PROSPERITE " in six lines. Size 33. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. GoodaU. Case 21, 16 Inauguration of College at Neuchatel, Switzerland. Obv.: view of Col- lege Building, Ins. above: " COLLEGE MUNICIPAL DE NEUCHAT- EL INAUGURE En Oct. 1868" in three lines, the first line curved. Below: "IRE PIERRE POSEE LE 22 OCTOBRE 1866." Rev.: Ins.: " SANS INSTRUCTION LA DEMOCRATIE EST UNE CHI- MERE" enclosing "L' ECOLE EST LA PREMIERE CAISSE DEP- ARGNE De L' Humanite," in five lines. Size 42. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. GoodaU. Case 21. 17 Garibaldi. Obv.: naked Bust of Garibaldi, facing right, Ins. above: "IN- VITTE DUCE DER POPOLI GRANDE DA MONLEVIDEO A VOL- TURNE," below: "PIN AD ASPROMONTE," in small letters under the Bust: " P. THERMIGNON F." Rev.: Ins. in thirteen lines, the last ■three:. " G. GARIBALDI 1864 CAPRERA 10 OTTOBRE," the last line curved. Size 47. Bronze. Case 21. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 18 Dom Pedro II, Emperor of Brazil. Obv.: within a circle, Laureated naked Bust of Dom Pedro, facing: left, Ins. on left: " DOM PEDRO II," on right: "IMP DO BRAZIL," under the Bust in small letters: "Luster,' around the Medal in five concentric circles, important events in his life. Rev.: a Calendar for 1867, with astronomical calculations for the year. Size 42. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 21. 19 St. George. Obv.: St. George on horseback in combat with a Dragon, Ins. above: "S GEORGIVS EQVITVM PATRONVS." Rev.: Antique Ship pointing left, with Rays from a cloud on the right, Ins. above: " INTEMPESTATE SECVRITAS." In an ornamental frame with loop attached. Size 26. Silver. From Bro. John H. Susse. Case 21. ^0 Medal to commemorate opening of Nicolas Bridge, St. Petersburg, Russia. Obv.: view of the Nicolas bridge with flying double headed Eagle sur- mounted by a Crown, above, its right talon resting on a cloud from which emenates barbed lightning, in its left a Laurel wreath. Ins. be- low: "BEGUN 1843 FINISHED 1850" in two lines (Translation) with name of designer in small letters below. Rev.: Minerva, facing left, leading Hercules, facing right and pointing to the distance, the left foot of Hercules resting on his club laying on the ground. At their feet a. Nereid reclining holding in her right hand a paddle her left arm rest- ing on a water jar from which runs water forming a stream under the club of Hei-cu!es. Ins. above: "EblCTb." Size 75. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 21. 21 Memorial Medal Alexander Maximowitch Knashewitz, Minister of Fin- ance, Russia. Obv.: naked Bust of Alexander Maximowitch Knashe- witz, facing right, Ins. extending around the Medal: "MINISTER OF FINANCE ALEXANDER MAXIMOWITCH KNASHOWITZ." (Trans- lation) with name of designer in small letters under the Bust. Rev.: Ins.: "IN MEMORY OF FIFTY YEARS OF SERVICE 19 JANU- ARY 1861 " (Translation) in five lines, the fifth hne curved. Size 58. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 21. 22 Coronation Medal Alexander 11, of Russia. Obv.: naked Bust of Alexan- der II, facing right. Iris, above extending nearly around: "ALEXAN- DER II EMPEROR AND SELF RULER OF RUSSIA;" below: "CROWNED IN MOSCOW 1856" (Translation) in two lines. Under the Bust in small letters name of designer. Rev.: Arms of Russia, Ins. above; " WITH US IS GOD." Size 65. Bronzp. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 21. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 23 Medal to commemorate consecration of St. Isaacs's Cathedral. Obv.r front view of the Cathedral, Ins. above: "GIVE TO GOD-GODLI- NESS, ie, WHAT BELONGS TO HIM. TO THE. KING- KINGLY, ie, WHAT BELONGS TO HIM (THE KING.) THE REBUILDING OF THE CHURCH BEGUN IN THE REIGN OF ALEXANDER I, AND CONTINUED UNDER NICOLAS I" (Translation) in two lines, extending two-thirds around the Medal. Below: " FINISHED IN THE REIGN OF THE EMPEROR ALEXANDER II, AND CONSECRATED IN THE NAME OF THE ST. ISAAC OF DALMATZKY THE 50th OF MAY 1858" (Translation) in five lines. Rev.: within a circle clothed Bustof Peter I, facing left, Ins. above: "PETER I IMPERA- TOR & AND SELF RULER OF ALL RUSSIA;" surrounded by five smaller circles enclosing on the lower left, naked Bust of Alexander I, facing right. Ins.: " ALEXANDER I IMPERATOR AND SELF RUL- ER OF ALL RUSSIA." On the upper left, clothed Bust of Paul I, facing left, Ins.: " PAUL I IMPERATOR etc." On the upper right, clothed Bust of Catherine II, Ins.: " CATHERINE II IMPERATRISE etc." On the lower right, naked Bust of Alexander II, facing left, Ins.: "ALEXANDER II IMPERATOR etc." below, naked Bust of Nicolas I, facing right, Ins.: "NICOLAS I IMPERATOR etc." Ornamented be- tween the smaller circles with branches of Laurel curved to conform, and five-pointed Stars between at the circumference of the Medal. Size 80. Bronze. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 2. 24 Copy of German Religious Medal. Ob v.: Church Tower surmounted by a ball and Greek Cross, resting on an Arch, between the supports a Tab- let bearing an inscription. Supported by and connected to round Tow- ers surmounted by ball and Greek Cross on the right and left, enclosed within an inscription which is indecipherable. Rev.: a Saint Crowned surmounted by a Halo, seated on a Throne, in his right hand a Reed Sceptre, in his left a ball surmounted by a Greek Cross, supported on the left by a Shield bearing a spread Eagle, on the right, a Shield bear- ing Pincers, Scourge and Thorns and inscription above on the left and right, enclosed within an inscription extending around the Medal. The inscriptions are in Ancient Gothic and indecipherable. Size 58. Electrotype. From R.-.W.-. A. G. Goodall. Case 2. 25 Medal of Mosque of St. Sophie. Turkish. Obv.: view of the Mosque of St. Sophie, Ins. below in Turkish characters: " Mosque of St. Sophie Built 1265 " (A. D.) At the base of the Mosque, at the left in small letters: (English) "Fossate' Res.," on the right: "Robertson Sc." Rev.: within a very ornamental border, monogram (in Turkish charac- ters ) of the Sultan Abdul Mejid. Size 44. Silver. Case 2. ■COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. BADGEa 26 Lafayette Badge. Worn on the occasion of his visit to tho United States in 1824. Bust of Lafayette in Uniform of General, facing half left, in oval frame, Ins. above: " WELCOME LA FAYETTE THE NATIONS GUEST," below which is a brief sketch of his life and services, and the date of his arrival accompanied by his son "George Washington La Fayette," in twenty-nine lines. Printed in black on Satin ribbon. Size 9.j4x7 inches. Case 21. 27 Erie Canal Celebration Badge. Oh white Satin ribbon, an Escutcheon Shield bearing a Square with a Saddle below and two Saddles above; surmounted by a Horse Plumed and Saddled, supported on the right and left by Plumed Horses, rampant, standing on a ribbon scroll, Ins.: "OUR TRUST IN GOD." Above: "CANAL," below: "CELEBRA- TION" in ornamental curved lines, above the lower line in small letters: " New York," below: " 1 825." Size 2;2x65i inches. From R.'.W.'. Adolphus Andreas. Case 21. 28 Erie Canal Celebration Badge. Two Radiant five-pointed Stars super- imposed forming a Star of ten points, in the centre a pentagon on which is a design in gold of a man binding books, from which depends a Satin ribbon on which is printed in black, view of Canal and Lock with Horses drawing a boat, by the side is a farm wagon filled with produce, below Horns of Plenty with ends crossed, Ins.: above: "Devis'd by GENIUS Perform'd by INDUSTRY," below: "GRAND CANAL." Size 2)^x8 inches. From R.'.W.-. Adolphus Andreas. Case 21. JEWEL. 29 Order of Buffaloes. A Maltese Cross having a square field with orna- mented corners, bearing a Garter with legend: " NEMO MORTALIUM ■OMNIBUS HORIS SAPIT." The upper arm of the Cross, Ins.: "ROY- AL," the left: "ANTEDILUVIAN," the lower: "ORDER OF," the right: "BUFFALOES." Rev.: Ins. engraved: "THIS ORDER OF MERIT & HONOR OF KNIGHTHOOD WAS PRESENTED TO Primo Robert B. Lorette BY THE MEMBERS OF Sir Jn. Boardman Lodge Bolton UNDER THE GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND AS A MARK OF RESPECT FOR HIS SERVICES IN THE CAUSE OF BUFFALOISM and their esteem & regard for him as a man DEC. 15 1886." Suspended by a red ribbon bearing three ornamental clasps, the upper one with pin attached and Ins.: " 1st DEGREE AUG 21 1883," the second; " Td DEGREE NOV 23 1883," the lower one: '■ 3d degree dec. 15, 1886." (An English beneficial organization.) Size 61. Silver. From R.-.W.-. F. C. Wagner. Case 21. This Jewel originally had a Buffalo Head held in place by the Garter. COLLECTION MADB BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. MISCELLANEOUS. 30 Australian Gross. An ornate Maltese Gross bearing within a double cir- cle, Ins.: "CRUZ AUSTRALIA," date "ANO 1863." Suspended to a blue ribbon witii clasp above, and below, with a pin attached to the upper clasp. Size 29x29. Bronzed. Case 21. 31 Ten Pence, (Irish) Bank Token. From R.'.W.'. Herman Cantor. Case 21. 32 Continental Currency. One Shilling, dated " December 31, 1763." Case 21. 33 Continental Currency. Ten Shillings, dated "Philadelphia the 20th day of July U75." Case 21. 34 Continental Currency. One Dollar, dated " on the Fifth Day of March ■1776." Case 21. 35 Bank Note for "One Shilling' & Three Pence" issued by "Watkins& Harris," Toronto, Canada, bears in upper centre, female feeding an Eagle, on the left, a ship in full sail, above which is legend: "IS PENCE," below: " }z\" on the right, a. female holding a spear in her right hand, with legend above: "^ DOLLAR." In lower centre a wharf scene, Ins. above: " CITY OF TORONTO, U. G. SIGN OF THE AN- VIL & SLEDGE " in two curved lines. It is dated " Oct. 2S 1 839 " and signed on the left by "John J. Evans," on the right by "Watkins & Harris." Steel Plate on white paper. Size &%-xZ% inches. Case 21. 36 Lafayette Dollar. Obv. : naked Busts of Washington and Lafayette in juxtaposition facing right, Ins. above: " UNITED STATES - OF - AMERICA." below: " • LAFAYETTE - DOLLAR • " Rev.: Eques- trian Statue of Lafayette, viz.: Lafayette mounted on a horse, in his right hand a Sword, in his left, reins, below, partly resting on base a branch of Laurel, nearly surrounded by Ins.: "ERECTED - BY - THE - YOUTH - OF - THE - UNITED - STATES - IN - HONOR - OF GEN. - LAFAYETTE," with "* Paris* 1900" below, completing the circle. Size 38. Silver. Case 21. There were 50,000 of these coins struck and the fund thus created was used to erect the base of the Statue. 37 Genealogical Tree of Martin Luther. One of three originals. Written on white paper, six pages. Size 8^x13)^ inches. From Bro. Cha's. H. Ludwig. Case 21. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. S8 Certificate of Appointment of Thomas Pescud, as Sheriff of "Warwick Co., Virginia, dated June 2Sth, 1813. Sig-ned by James Barbour, Governor. Case 21. 39 Baccalaureate Certificate of Samuel Field, dated 1762. Signed by Thomas Clap Engrossed on Parchment. Size 1 1x7^ inches. From Bro. E. W. Curtis. Case 21. 40 Certificate of the Freedom of the City of London, granted to Benjamin Tothe, September 6th, 1743. Printed on Parchment and bears the Seal of the City of London. Size 1S^2x2^i inches. From Wor. Thomas Forsyth. Case 21. 4 1 Power of Attorney executed by James Duane, Mayor of New York City, April 12th, 1785. From R.'.W.'. George Hayes. Case 21. 42 Bill of Dry Goods purchased by Phoebe Van Wyck, dated New York 10m 15th 1767. From Bro. Henry Hohenstein, Case 21. 43 Autograph letter from Col. Elmer E. Ellsworth, dated April 5th. 1859. From R.-.W.-. Royal E. Deane. Case 21. 44 Proclamation of Emperor Napoleon HI, announcing his marriage to the Empress Eugenie, dated January 22d 1853. Printed on white paper. From Bro. Albert Elsasser. Case 2 1 . 45 Muster Roll of Co. K. 35th Reg. North Carolina, Confederate Army, dated June 30th, 1863. From R.-.W.-. J. B. Conover. Case 21. 46 Copy of "Ulster County Gazette," dated January 4th, 1800. Heavy black border in Memoriam for death of Washington. From R.-.W.-. E. W. Richardson. Case 21. 47 Duplicate of No. 46. Reprint. From Bro. James R. Ganneff. Case 21. 48 Copy of the first issue of the New York " Sun," dated September 3rd, 1833. Four pages. Size 9x1 1>^ inches. From Bro. Robert Edwards. Case 21. 49 Copy of " Times and New Brunswick Advertiser," New Brunswick, N. J., dated December 15, 1824. Four pages. Size 13^x21 inches. From Bro. F. J. Campbell. Case 2. 50 Copy of " Weekly Museum,'' dated November 12th, 1796. Printed at New York. Four pages. Size 10)^x12 inches. From Bro. Jacob M. Stiver. ■ Case 2 1 . COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 51 Copy of "Daily Citizen," dated July 2nd, 1863, at Vioksburgh, Va., two days before its surrender to Gen. Grant. One page, printed on back of wallpaper. Size 12x19 inches. From Wor. Philip Volkman. Case 21. 52 Copy of Boston "Gazette," Boston, Mass., dated March 12th, 1770. In mourning- for Boston Massacre, four pages. Size lOxlS J4 inches. From Wor. Theo. Reeves. Case 21. 53 Copy of "Harper's Weekly," New York, containing account of funeral ceremonies of President Abraham Lincoln, dated May 13th, 1865. From Bro. J. J. Diaz. Case 21. 54 Seal of Bank of North Carolina. From R.-.W.-. Albert G. Goodall. Case 21. 55 Plaster Cast of Medal Pope Pius IX, dated 1 846. Case 21. 56 New York City Directory, 1T86. Reprint. From R.'.W.'. Adolphus Andreas. Case 21. 57 Account Book containing expenses incurred duringFrench and Indian War. The following appears under date "1746. 3. The Treasurer to Day for Scalps as Est by Certificates from Commissioners of Indian affairs £303.1.9." From Wor. Theo. Reeves. Case 21. 58 Ancient Vestal Lamp from a grave at Athens, Greece. ■ Pottery. From Bro. W. W. Hyatt. Case 21 . 59 China Plate, ornamented with figures of Alligator, Lizard, Snake, Lobster, Shell Fish and Leaves. From Miss Sarles. Case 21. 60 China Plate, ornamented with figures of Fish, Frog, Lizard, Shell Fish and various leaves. From Miss Sarles. Case 21. 6 1 Ancient Statuette from a grave at Athens, Greece. From Bro. W. W. Hyatt. Case 21. 62 Marble Carving representing face of Mexican TIaxcaltica Warrior, with Feather Head-dress. Made about A. D. 1500. From Bro. Jos. W. Jones. Case 21. 63 Stone from Quarries at Jerusalem. From Metropolitan Lodge, No. 273. Case 2 1 . 64 Stone from Quarries at Jerusalem. Case 21. COLLECTION MADE BY COMMITTEE ON ANTIQUITIES, GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. 65 Piece of Rock from "Grant" heading of the Hallett's Point excavation. Core, cut with diamond drill. From R.-.W.-. J. B. Conover. Case 21. 66 Smoky Topaz Crystal from Pike's Peak. Case 21. 67 Piece of first Atlantic Gabl^, laid in 1858. From Bro. Thomas Lusk. Case 2 1 . 68 Sea Urchin, from North Atlantic. From Wor. W. J. Allen. Case 21. 69 Two foot Rule, found under the foundation of the old Tombs Prison, when torn down to be rebuilt. Supposed to have been buried for over sixty years. From R.-.W.\ Isaac Fromme. Case 2 1 . 70 Piece of gratie bar of U. S. Battleship Maine, blown up in the Harbor of Havana, February 1898. From R.'.W.'. Isaac Fromme. Case 21. 71 Piece of Smokestack of U. S. Battleship Texas, struck by a shell off San- tiago, July 3d, 1898. From R.'.W.'. Isaac Fromme. Case 2 1 . 72 Piece of Lace Wood from the Tropics. FromPiatt Lodge, No. 516. Case 21. 73 Engraved Steel Plate, Portrait of George Washington. Case 21. 74 Indian Horn Spoon from Washington Territory, now State of Washington. From Bro. R. R. Hull. Case 21. CASE 25. Collection of Minerals, nearly 700 Specimens. From R.'.W.'. George Hayes. itei M JlCit, •^, ■iliiiili