Apron, Fraternal
Object number2015.16.8
Datec. 1924
MediumFabric/Metal/Thread/Adhesive tape
Credit LineEstate of Burton K. Hirsch
DescriptionBlue and white silk fabric Masonic or Freemason apron embroidered with silver thread and silver ringlet embellishments. Front has triangular flap at top with lodge number embroidered at center; underside of flap has royal blue fabric rectangle with silver text describing recipient. Two blue corded tassels hang from top proper right corner over front.Dimensions12.75 x 14.75 x 1 in. (32.4 x 37.5 x 2.5 cm)InscriptionsFront triangular flap at top with "390" embroidered at center.
Underside of flap has royal blue fabric rectangle with silver text "MAX HIRSCH / McCANDLESS LODGE, NO. 390 / FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS / PITTSBURGH, PA. / ENTERED JUNE 25TH 1909 / PASSED SEPTEMBER 8TH 1909 / RAISED OCTOBER 13TH 1909 / WORSHIPFUL MASTER 1924".
Historical NotesMasonic or Freemason apron of Max Hirsch.
Previous owner
Max Hirsch
Related institution
McCandless Lodge No. 390
On View
Not on view
1924-1925
1950-1951
1963
