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Jewel & Medal Collection - Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry
Copper (Silver Plated Medal)l: Les Amis Réunis. Lille (Nord).
Classification:- Lodge/Chapter Etc.; Members
Country of Origin:- France -
Description
Obverse.— An altar of three steps; on its top a cushion, on which is a“ sword of justice,” its hilt to left. On the front side of altar an open bible. with the words “ Biblia sacra.” Resting on the lower step are the square, compasses and gavel; on the left the club of Hercules leans against the altar, and beside it is the bust of Minerva, on the foot of which is “ Hart, Fecit.” A cross in the background, and to the extreme left a hive of bees. On the left an anchor leans, at its foot a pelican feeding its young, a mirror and branch of acacia in the background. Over the altar is a blazing star, on which is “ G “ ; from this star very delicate rays issue, covering nearly the whole field. (In the lowest step of the altar is a scroll with a seal hanging from it, and on the left a chisel, Legend, over all, “ Loge Des Amis Reunis,” in exergue, “ Or .’. De Lille” (Nord).
Reverse.— Near the top three laurel wreathsI interlaced, though which a ribbon is passed, bearing "Devonemeur Courage Humanite" The field below is blank for a name
Properties
50 mm. Silver
