Museum Treasures Goblet with Masonic Symbols Maker not researched Name/Title: Goblet with Masonic Symbols Date Made: ca. 1800 Maker: Maker not researched Nationality: Nationality not researched Place Made: Germany or Bohemia Materials: Glass; gilding Measurements: overall: 9 3/4 x 6 1/2 in.; 24.765 x 16.51 cm Accession Number: 77.11.22 Credit Line: Special Acquisitions Fund Object Type: Food Service T & E     Large flint glass bowl with applied base. The sides are copper wheel engraved with Masonic symbols that are highlighted by gilding. The motif consists of three medallions of Masonic symbols amid floral pattern: (1) an array of Masonic working tools, (2) a certificate-inspired design of pillars, carpet, altar and symbols, and (3) pillars and altar with three "lights of Masonry." From: John D. Hamilton. "Material Culture of the American Freemasons." Lexington, Mass.: Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library, Inc., 1994, page 241. Email Your Question From: Your Question: << Return

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