Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.23 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Badge

DistributorDistributed by Knights Templar (American)

Date1902

Mediumbrass

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 3 5/8 × 1 5/8in. (9.2 × 4.1cm)

ClassificationsSocial Groups

Credit LineGift of anonymous

Object number1983.9.23

DescriptionA badge for the Annual Conclave of the Knights Templar in 1902. The badge has three pieces connected by three chain links. The top piece is inscribed: "COMPLIMENTARY/ TO THE/ GRAND COMMANDERY." The middle piece is inscribed: "75/ ANNUAL CONCLAVE/ MARCH, 1902." The third piece in in the shape of a shield with a Trojan head at the top. In the center is the Knights Templar emblem. The bottom piece is inscribed: "COLUMBIAN 1853/ IN HOC SIGNO VINCES/ 4/ NORWICH CONN."

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