1921 Antique Masonic Order Of The Eastern Star Lighted Lodge Sign Signet (Rare)
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:43380242 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Year: 1921 |
1921 Antique Masonic Order of the Eastern Star Lighted Lodge Sign Signet
Please read entire listing This is for pick up only in the Gainesville Florida area
This is an authentic Order of the Eastern Star signet manufactured by C.A. Homan St. Louis Mo. on brass plate dated 1921 on the back of the sign. It also has a sticker on the back which reads De Moulin Bros Greenville ILL. Established 1892, which is where I believe this sign was originally purchased almost a ce...ntury ago. The De Moulin Bros has a Masonic History Museum that can still be visited today.
The sign is made mainly from wood with stained & fluted type glass. As you can see it has been painted white somewhere along the line in the past. Also the glass panels have been hand painted with symbols representing the fraternal organization.
The sign internally is in sound condition, along with all the original wiring. Do note that all lights work except one, which you can see in the photo with the sign lit up. (bottom right light facing the sign)
What is really neat about this sign is that it has a dial controller on the back (original to the piece) That lights each lightbulb and section on the star individually. It works perfect and smooth with no issues.
As far as the rarity of this sign. After searching diligently, there is only one other that I could locate by doing an internet search. That one was very similar to this one being offered, but in its original manufactured state, and unpainted. You also can locate that item on the internet to view yourself, which may give you an idea of what this one looked like back in the early 1900's
The three main things concerning condition that need to be pointed out is that:1. One lightbulb is out2. The reddish stained glass (top left) piece on the star has been cracked. It is very hard to see that from a distance, but there and visible in this listing.3. It has been painted
Measurements go as follows:Total height: 75" inchesTotal width: 32 1/2" inchesTop half: 32 1/2"W x 42"H Bottom half: 32 1/2"H with 20"x20" baseThe light controller cord is 108" of 9' foot long. Estimated weight of this sign is around 120 pounds
This is for pick up only in the Gainesville Florida area
Secured Payment expected prior to pick up. Please contact us to arrange a time for pick up once payment clears
Lastly: It is on castor wheels, so it is easy to move around on a hard flat surface.
It was also relayed to me by another helpful ebay member that this light is designed as a learning tool to help describe what the order symbols mean.
Thanks for viewing
We are happy to combine or discount shipping cost when possible We do accept paypalFree local pick up on this item
Please read entire listing This is for pick up only in the Gainesville Florida area
This is an authentic Order of the Eastern Star signet manufactured by C.A. Homan St. Louis Mo. on brass plate dated 1921 on the back of the sign. It also has a sticker on the back which reads De Moulin Bros Greenville ILL. Established 1892, which is where I believe this sign was originally purchased almost a ce...ntury ago. The De Moulin Bros has a Masonic History Museum that can still be visited today.
The sign is made mainly from wood with stained & fluted type glass. As you can see it has been painted white somewhere along the line in the past. Also the glass panels have been hand painted with symbols representing the fraternal organization.
The sign internally is in sound condition, along with all the original wiring. Do note that all lights work except one, which you can see in the photo with the sign lit up. (bottom right light facing the sign)
What is really neat about this sign is that it has a dial controller on the back (original to the piece) That lights each lightbulb and section on the star individually. It works perfect and smooth with no issues.
As far as the rarity of this sign. After searching diligently, there is only one other that I could locate by doing an internet search. That one was very similar to this one being offered, but in its original manufactured state, and unpainted. You also can locate that item on the internet to view yourself, which may give you an idea of what this one looked like back in the early 1900's
The three main things concerning condition that need to be pointed out is that:1. One lightbulb is out2. The reddish stained glass (top left) piece on the star has been cracked. It is very hard to see that from a distance, but there and visible in this listing.3. It has been painted
Measurements go as follows:Total height: 75" inchesTotal width: 32 1/2" inchesTop half: 32 1/2"W x 42"H Bottom half: 32 1/2"H with 20"x20" baseThe light controller cord is 108" of 9' foot long. Estimated weight of this sign is around 120 pounds
This is for pick up only in the Gainesville Florida area
Secured Payment expected prior to pick up. Please contact us to arrange a time for pick up once payment clears
Lastly: It is on castor wheels, so it is easy to move around on a hard flat surface.
It was also relayed to me by another helpful ebay member that this light is designed as a learning tool to help describe what the order symbols mean.
Thanks for viewing
We are happy to combine or discount shipping cost when possible We do accept paypalFree local pick up on this item
