Masonic register issued to Maurice F. Sheldon by Hartland Lodge, No. 218, 1874 October 17

Item — Folder: 1

Identifier: A1979-016-001

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Scope and Contents

The Masonic register and emblematic history of Master Mason Maurice F. Sheldon of Hartland Lodge, No. 218 (Johnson's Creek, N.Y.). Dated October 17, 1874.

Dates

Creation: 1874 October 17

Creator

Freemasons. Hartland Lodge, No. 218 (Johnson's Creek, N.Y.) (Organization)
Sheldon, Maurice F. (Recipient, Person)

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This collection is open for research.

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Full Extent

1 item/s ; 18 3/8" x 24"; 47 x 61 cm.

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of John Carbonell

Exhibition Label

Signed and Sealed: Masonic Certificates Exhibition corridor show 2017

Masonic Record Emblematic History, ca. 1874 Made for Maurice F. Sheldon (ca. 1849-1906), Hartland Lodge, No. 218, Johnson's Creek, New York Gift of John Carbonell, A1979/016/001

A certificate could help authenticate a Mason’s credentials by documenting his membership in a particular lodge. This lithographed record had a different purpose. Makers designed this print for display. It is larger than typical certificates, printed in color, and features detailed images and ornaments. Attractive and poster-sized, this document was and intended to be exhibited in its owner’s home.