This collection of rare masonic books includes first editions, famous authors and masonic cipher books, the 1804 edition of. Valuable pennies rare pennies valuable coins penny values rare coins worth money gold and silver coins silver dimes. This is not a reproductionreissue nor the 2nd masonic or 3rd hermetic. Im more interested in why there is an apparent masonic symbols in the book. I am always interested in buying and selling old books about freemasons and masonic rituals, the knights templar, etc. Most worn 1964 pennies that youll find in circulation are worth the value of their copper content or about 2 cents. Here are some of the mysterious freemasonry titles i have sold over the years. Victorian in style, a little wordy, but worth pouring over if you like his. Best masonic books on freemasonry if there is a book you would like to recommend that is or is not on this list, feel free to email a few words to us on why it worked for you. At my appraisal events where i appraise and authenticate lots of masonic items, people have shown me rare objects like a masters carpet which is a teaching aideemblem chart used to educate apprentices into the secret society, glassware with masonic symbols etched into it, and highly decorated presentation swords highlighting the freemason. You can also use the above links to check book values remember condition is a huge factor for price. Masonic fraternal organization for sale at online auction. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
Masonic pennies often feature a chapters name on the token, although many pennies purchased from wholesalers do not. While age alone is not an indicator of rarity or value whether financial or intrinsic. Tips to identify valuable masonic, the masons, and freemasons collectibles by. Bennett the origin of freemasonry and knights templar 1907 john sherer the masonic ladder. List of rare freemasonry books in secretofmasons compendium pack heres the full list of the rare and out of print masonic books, documents, manuscripts and journals included in the compendium package. Beginning in the mid19th century, fraternal orders such as the masons, odd fellows, eagles, and elks issued tokens that could be presented as proof of membership in the order these are known as mark pennies, as souvenirs, and for gambling. Search online for rare masonic books from antiquarian booksellers all over the. By the age of ten, toms dad would drop him off at coin shows within driving range, picking him up. The washington masonic shrine at tappan, ny history book. If you need an accurate appraisal for insurance or other important purposes then you should go to a certified appraiser for the most accurate appraisal.
Masonic items that are hidden within other items are very rare and highly desirable like orbs that open up into cross pendants with masonic emblems on them or the clocks and pocket watches made by the dudley watch company of lancaster, pa. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. Rare masonic books there are hundreds of thousands of masonic books, however, rare masonic books are very difficult to find. Masonic items that are hidden within other items are very rare and highly desirable like orbs that open up into cross pendants with masonic emblems on them or the clocks and pocket watches made by the dudley watch company of lancaster, pa that had inner workings featuring masonic symbols. Technically, an appraisal is a legal document, generally for insurance purposes, written by a qualified expert and paid for by the owner of the item. Those accusations have resulted in attempts by nonmasons to marginalize the craft and attribute devil. Good to look out for at book swaps and garage sales. Masonic craft lodge jewelry usually shows the blue compass and square.
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However, it doesnt always inspire the excitement or anticipation that i usually feel at the start of a great antique book hunt. Lapel pins, however, can represent a variety of symbols, including the masonic trowel, euclids 47th proposition, past master pins, and pins representing occupations related to masonry. Rare hc 1978 masonic book of secrets knights templar lodge rituals magic occult. Now there is a chance there are many who will have never heard of these books but i believe that they are are so rare and valuable i will not disclose more than i need to.
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