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Jewel & Medal Collection - Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry
Silver Medal: Les Coeurs Unis. Paris
Classification:- Lodge/Chapter Etc.; Members
Country of Origin:- France -
Description
Note.—The wreath on obverse is said to represent acacia, by Merzdorft.
Obverse.—Between two olive branches the square and compasses, in the centre of which is a five-pointed star with the letter G, Legend, “[ ] Des Coeurs Unis 0.’. De Paris’ (Lodge of United Hearts, &c.) Below, OD. F. Reverse,—On an altar are two burning hearts; its front is adorned with a panel containing a five-pointed star, in which is the letter G. Legend, “Unis par l’Honneur et l’amnitie” (United by honour and friendship). In exergue, 5808. The Lodge was founded May 7, 1766.
This is mentioned in the French Proceedings “ Solstice d’hiver,” 1829, and on Page 33 the size is given as ten lines. Merzdorf, Page 78, No. 109.