Lot 150: A Collection of Provincial Masonic and Fraternal Regalia in Case
This lot comprises an assortment of Masonic and fraternal regalia housed within a blue-lined carrying case. Included is a white textile apron with blue ribbon trim, featuring three yellow metal T-shaped appliqués and a central circular patch embroidered with the legend CHESHIRE ASST. A second apron is constructed from blue textile with yellow metallic fringe and features a central patch reading LANCASHIRE WESTERN DIVISION. A third white textile apron with a red and blue triangular border bears a yellow metal emblem within a triangle. The collection further includes a maroon sash with yellow metallic thread embroidery reading KT VICE PRES. and NOTTS CHAPTER, a tricolor sash in blue, light blue and red, and multiple blue textile collars with yellow metallic fringe. The items are contained in a black case with two metal latches and a carry handle. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the items.
Estimated Width of Cheshire Apron: 40cm
Estimated Width of Lancashire Apron: 40cm.
Condition report:
The items show signs of handling and use. A brown surface stain is visible on the central embroidered patch of the blue Lancashire apron (photo 4). General creasing and minor fraying are present across the textile components and sashes (photo 1). The carrying case shows external scuffing and wear to the corners and handle.
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