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ANTIQUE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR / MASONIC MEDALOffered is an antique Knights Templar/Masonic medal associated with Maryland Commandery No. 1 of Baltimore.The triangular medal is prominently marked:1790 — 1871
MARYLAND COMMANDERY No. 1
BALTIMOREThe medal features a large cross and is attached to an elaborate Knights Templar-style suspension with a “PAST EMINENT COMMANDER” bar and knight/Templar imagery.The 1790–1871 dates correspond to the early history of Maryland Commandery No. 1 and the establishment of the Grand Commandery of Maryland.The design is consistent with a documented 19th-century Maryland Commandery No. 1 commemorative medal.CONDITION:
Antique/pre-owned condition with substantial age-related patina, oxidation, surface wear and scratches. The piece has not been polished or chemically cleaned. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.METAL:
The metal composition of this particular example has not been professionally tested. I am therefore listing the material as unknown/untested and am not representing it as sterling silver or another precious metal.PROVENANCE:
No original provenance or documentation is included.This would make an excellent addition to a collection of Knights Templar, Freemasonry, Maryland/Baltimore history, fraternal organizations, antique medals or Americana.Please review all photographs carefully for condition, construction and markings.You will receive the exact item shown in the photographs.
