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Jewel & Medal Collection - Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry
Silver Medal: Imperiale des Francs Chevaliers. Paris
Classification:- Lodge/Chapter Etc.; Members
Country of Origin:- France -
Description
Obverse.—The imperial eagle oft France, with drooping wings, in a triangle, on the apex of which is a star in a wreath ; around is a garland of flowers, entwined with olive and laurel branches. Legend, "L.’, Imperiale des Francs Chevaliers” (Imperial Lodge of Free Chevaliers).
Reverse. —A circle formed by a snake devouring its tail, within which is th Hebrew letter “ jod” over a dart ; above the circle is an imperial crown. Legend, “ Dieu L’Empereur les Dames” (God, the Emperor, the Ladies). Struck in Paris, probably about 1810,
This is engraved in T.N.N., Plate 47, Figure 12, which gives the probable date mentioned.
Properties
27 mm. Silver