Apron, Fraternal
Object number2010.49.15
Mediumsatin; leather; ink
Credit LineGift of Ruth Byrd Smith
DescriptionBlue fraternal apron with white leather front; triangular flap. Printed in blue on flap: image of the all-seeing eye. Printed on body of apron: a T-square ruler, compass, with "G" in center; to left of center is a leafy vine, and to right of center is vine with grain. Two long ties on back; attached to proper right tie is a small gold pin of a T-square ruler, compass, with "G" in center.Dimensions13.5 x 15.25 x 40.5 in. (34.3 x 38.7 x 102.9 cm)InscriptionsPrinted on body of apron is the Masonic symbol of the Square and Compasses with a "G" in center.
Attached to proper right tie is a small gold pin of the Masonic symbol of the Square and Compasses with a "G" in center.
Historical NotesPart of a collection belonging to James W, Carter a township commissioner of North Versailles, Pennsylvania, from the 1920s to the 1960s. Carter was a member of several fraternal organizations including the American Woodmen, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows, and the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elk of the World Lodge 515.
Previous owner
James Walter Carter
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The National Emblem and Specialty Company
1950-1960
c. 1924
American Safety Table Company