Pin, Fraternal
Object number2007.147.5 a,b
Date1880-1914
MediumMetal; paint
Credit LineGift of Beverly A. Scott Harrington & Eileen M. Scott Gritton
DescriptionCircular metal fraternal pin with screw and sharp point in back. Painted blue with gold organizational text including Masonic square and compasses symbol. Engraved on backing is member name with line designs. Separate circular backing.Dimensions0.75 x 0.75 in. (1.9 x 1.9 cm)Inscriptions(a)
Painted blue with gold, "MASONIC VETERANS / [Masonic triangular symbol] / WESTERN PENNA".
Engraved on backing, "JOHN BRITTON / REMLEY" with line designs.
Historical NotesPin related to Masonic membership to which John Britton Remley (1844-1914), a Pittsburgh businessman and Civil War veteran, belonged. Part of a collection that documents Mr. Remley's business, social, and fraternal activities. Married twice with several children, John Britton Remley was at one time involved in the shoe industry and was also a grocer. In addition to his businesses, he was a member of the Tancred Commandery No. 48, which was a Pittsburgh Knights Templar branch, and the Young Men's Republican Club of Pittsburgh.
Previous owner
John Britton Remley
(1844 - 1914)
Related institution
Grand Army of the Republic
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Knights Templar
Previous owner
Freemasons
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