Vintage Masonic Ball
1950s masonic ball (or orb) pendant crafted in solid 9ct gold. These remarkable little oddities come in the form of a sphere with four armed 'cage' at the top, holding them together, that when removed allows it to open out into a cross shape, with six pyramids pointed upwards. Each of the pyramids' faces are then carved with a different masonic symbol, with each symbol representing one of the core values of Freemasonry; such as truth, integrity, morality, and charity. While engravings on the pyramid facings may vary there are some typical symbols found across of the orbs, such as; the Square & Compass, a closed envelope, a gavel, the Seal of Solomon, the Eye of Providence, Ark of the Covenant and a tower of bricks.
Era: Vintage, circa 1950
Size: 4cm by 3.1cm (open). 1.7cm wide when closed
Hallmarks: English, Birmingham, 9ct Gold
Condition: Great vintage condition. Closes securely.
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Condition
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