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Masonic apron

Masonic apron
Object name 
Masonic apron
Date 
ca. 1819
Medium 
Leather, metal, silk
Dimensions 
Overall: 12 5/8 x 13 3/4 x 1/8 in. ( 32.1 x 34.9 x 0.3 cm )
Description 
Leather Masonic apron with coral ribbon edging all around, the top has a slightly scalloped flap, the bottom corners are rounded; the center symbols of the compass and square is surrounded by arched columns in an outdoor setting, and is worked in silver thread and brass spangles; there are two ribbon ties, the back is lined with green silk.
Credit Line 
Gift of Nanette Bryan
Object Number 
1961.16
Gallery Label 
This Masonic apron belonged to Charles Backus King of Louisville, Kentucky in 1819.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.