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Masonic Apron

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Richard Koopman American, 1914 - 1987

Original OwnerPresented by St. John's Lodge American, founded 1762

Date1948

MediumLeather, linen and linen tape

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 12 x 15in. (30.5 x 38.1cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of the children of Richard and Georgette Koopman

DescriptionMasonic apron made of off-white colored leather (probably kid skin) lined with linen. The apron is rectangular in shape and the ties are each 42 inches long, and are made from linen tape that is folded over and stitched across the top. Coming out of the top seam is a triangular-shaped flap that is approximately six inches long. The flap is attached to the apron at the top seam, and can be lifted to reveal markings and inscriptions relating to George Koopman's initiation into the Masonic Order at St. John's Lodge No. 4 in Hartford, CT. The group's signet (a compass and square rule with a "G") appears at the top in blue ink.

Object number2007.24.36

InscribedPrinted in blue ink, varying in font sizes and styles: "Presented by / St. John's Lodge No. 4 / A. F. & A. M / HARTFORD, CONN. "To Brother Richard Koopman [name handwritten in blue ink)/ AT HIS INITIATION / Entered FEB. 18, 1948 Passed FEB 25, 1948 Raised APRIL 28, 1948." (all dates are handwritten in blue ink) The signatures of the Secretary and Master Wizzard then follow but are difficult to read; "John [ ? ] Sec'y Herbert A. Huffield W:. M:."

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