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JAB-38 1874 MASONIC MEDAL Silver 27mm - 5 struck The dies were cut in 1874 per order of George D. Rollins, the "Tyler" or Doorkeeper for the Lodge. The obverse die cracked during use. Both dies are currently unaccounted for. The Masonic Temple pictured was damaged by fire on February 9, 1891, deemed unsafe, and torn down. The piece pictured was acquired in the 1982 NYC Public Library sale. The only other piece I have seen offered was an edge lettered example over 17 years ago. A very rare variety that will difficult to acquire in any condition. Keywords: Bolen, Masonic

JAB-38 1874 MASONIC MEDAL Silver

27mm - 5 struck

The dies were cut in 1874 per order of George D. Rollins, the "Tyler" or Doorkeeper for the Lodge. The obverse die cracked during use. Both dies are currently unaccounted for. The Masonic Temple pictured was damaged by fire on February 9, 1891, deemed unsafe, and torn down.

The piece pictured was acquired in the 1982 NYC Public Library sale. The only other piece I have seen offered was an edge lettered example over 17 years ago. A very rare variety that will difficult to acquire in any condition.
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