ODD FELLOWS GAVEL, SPEARFISH, SOUTH DAKOTA LODGE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

ODD FELLOWS GAVEL, SPEARFISH, SOUTH DAKOTA LODGE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

symbols include all-seeing eye of God, a heart-in-hand, and a three link chain. Inscribed FAITH, LOVE, CHARITY on side, and FAITH, LOVE, TRUTH on opposing.

Height 4 ¼ in. by Length 15 ¼ in. by Depth 2 in.

Condition Report:
In fine condition with no apparent inpainting. Nominal wear to paint on handle commensurate with age and use. Dowel missing from head of gavel below painted eye.

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Provenance:
Urban Country, Venice, California.