Thursday, 9 September 2010

Laurel and Hardy

Here is a rare picture of Laurel and Hardy at what is believed to be a Masonic Hall. There is a sqaure and compasses on the door behind the people. It is thought it might be in Liverpool and that this might be a ladies' night. The picture is part of an archive that came up for sale from Stan Laurel's family.

Wednesday, 8 September 2010

Old apron




This early 19th century Masonic Apron from the 1830s - it's believed - is coming under the hammer at Leland Little Auction in the US.

A handpainted label reads: "This Masonic Apron. Presented to McKinley Lodge No. 318 F. & A. M. - Jan. 7th 1930. By Brother, Laville F. Stitsell. Who on this date was. 50 yrs. a member of this Lodge, He was presented this apron when made a Mason. It came from Scotland and is estimated to be over 200 yrs. old." Experts believe it is from a century later.

The sale is on the 18th of September.
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Monday, 6 September 2010

Duke of Sussex




This is a 19th century portrait of that important Mason, HRH The Duke of Sussex, as Grand Master.

It is coming up for sale at Gorringes in East Sussex and is estimated to sell for up to £300.

It measures 11.95 X 9ins and is going under the hammer on September 8.

1907 jewel



This jewel is over 100 years old and comes with a note attached stating: "Presented to Bro E MacCallum - Hon Secretary - of Lodge of Forfar Killwinning No 90 by the Brethren of St John's 1907."

It is being sold by Thomson Roddick in Dumfries, Scotland, on September 18 and the catalogue description reades: "9ct gold Masonic jewel with set square and crossed quills, with presentation certificate, `Lodge Forfar Kilwinning 1907`.