Masonic Symbol

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The symbols presented on these tokens are iconic Mason symbols: the protractor and the square. The Masons were known for their ability to work with stone and build phenomenal structures. There is also the lure of their secret side that makes these symbols even more collectible.

Die F-251

Masonic Symbol

Sinker : H. & W. Johnston

Identifiers:

  • Compass and square
  • 13 stars above device
  • No ‘G’ in center
  • Evidence of a denticled border
DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR
345  a R5

 

Die F-252

Masonic Symbol

Sinker : (possibly) Montgomery Burr

Identifiers:

  • Compass and square
  • ‘G’ in center
  • Fields are plain
  • Border is beaded
DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR
124  a R9  248  a R9  432  a R7
127  a R9  271  a R4  432  b R8
127 b R9  271  b R5  432  d R8
127  d R9  271  d R6  432  e R8
127  e R9  294  a R9  432  f R9
127  f R9  295  a R9  432  j R9

 

Die F-252A

Masonic Symbol

Sinker : William K. Lanphear

Identifiers:

  • Compass and square
  • ‘G’ in center surrounded by outward rays
  • Fields are plain
  • Border is denticled
DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR DIE MAT RAR
 0  a

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