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Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.24 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Masonic Penny
Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.24 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Masonic Penny

DistributorDistributed by Royal Arch Masons founded 1813
Mediumaluminum
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 3/8in. (3.5cm)
ClassificationsSocial Groups
Credit LineGift of anonymous
DescriptionAn aluminum Masonic penny for the Royal Arch Masons (R. A. M.) Mt. Vernon No. 35 chapter in Ansonia, Conn. One side has the R. A. M. emblem, which consists of a triangle with an upside down "T" in the center. The reverse side of the coin has the Mark Master Degree in the center.
Object number1983.9.24
InscribedRecto, inscribed: "MT. VERNON NO. 35. R. A. M./ ANSONIA, CONN."

Verso, inscribed: "THEY RECEIVED EVERY MAN/ A PENNY"
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    On View
    Not on view
    Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.76 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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    Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.86 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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    Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.89 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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    Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.62 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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    Gift of anonymous, 1983.9.21 © 2017 The Connecticut Historical Society.
    Souvenir
    Unknown
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