Antique Masonic (Odd Fellow) Cast Iron Gold Good Luck Shaking Hands Eagle Trivet

Description: This is a wonderful Antique Masonic (Odd Fellow) Cast Iron Gold Good Luck Shaking Hands Eagle on its Top Horseshoe Trivet with Wall Holder - Amazingly well preserved piece There is so much symbolism of good luck in this wonderful masonic collectable. It is made of heavy cast iron in relief. This horseshoe Plaque Trivet is an IOOF trivet … the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. This organization was brought from England to Boston in 1819 and is a group united in Friendship, Love and Truth - the Three Rings Of FLT, as depicted on the trivet. The majority of Horseshoe Plaque Trivets were manufactured from the mid 1800s through the early 1900s, peaking around 1890. I would date this 1870 or 1880 Symbolic elements of this Grand Lodge, Freemasons, Masonic or Fraternal piece include: “Eagle” - This, of course, is a patriotic symbol of the USA, but it also represents great power of a higher nature, balance, dignity, grace, strength and wisdom, a link with the future and creation and an ability to see truth. “All-seeing Eye”, - A universal symbol representing spiritual sight, inner vision, higher knowledge (as on the One Dollar Bill). “Hand Shake” - The Mason places his thumb on the space between the second and third knuckles of the fellow Mason's right hand, while the fellow Mason moves his thumb to the corresponding space on the first Masons hand. The thumb is pressed hard between the second and third knuckles of the hands. The name of this grip is "Tubalcain" of a Master Mason. “Lucky Horseshoe” – This is probably more information than anyone has time for, but I think it’s interesting. The horseshoe is considered very lucky and used to be hung in homes to protect and attract good fortune for the family residing inside. In some cultures, the horseshoe is hung points down, so the luck pours onto you; in others cultures, it is hung points up, so the luck doesn't fall out. Horseshoes are also considered lucky because they’re made by blacksmiths; which is considered a very lucky trade as they work with elemental fire, magical iron as well as the strength and dependability of the horse, blacksmiths were thought to have special powers. Originating in prehistoric times, iron was considered magical because it was able to withstand fire and was much stronger than other metals. A magically protective amulet it has been used as a charm to repel or ward off evil spirits and/or the evil eye. “Seven Stars” (below the all- seeing-eye) - Also add to the good luck. A horseshoe was commonly held in place on a horses hoof by seven iron nails. Since ancient times, the number seven was considered very important. Life was divided into seven ages; a rainbow has seven colors; astrology once held that seven planets made up the universe; there are seven deadly sins; a seventh child was thought to have special powers; there are seven days in a week; the moon changes from one phase to another every seven days; and a long-held belief states that the body goes through a radical change every seven years. Condition: excellent vintage condition. Some of the paint is worn away, but I consider this show of age to be part of it’s charm and interest. Please view the photographs closely. 6 7/8” from tip of the eagles wig to the base of the horseshoe. 4 ¼” wide 7/8” deep Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favourites list!SHIPPING: Canada post. Shipping costs include shipping plus cost of packaging and insurance. We will combine purchases to save on shipping cost. We are pleased to offer Worldwide Shipping. Overseas Customers: Please contact us for a Shipping Quote Prior to Bidding. We will not cancel a transaction because of the shipping cost. Please be aware that I am using a local carrier. The package appears in USPS, UPS or Canada Post for the last part of the shipment. To see more precisely the progress of your shipment, you have to google 'tracking ChitChat' and put the tracking number I provided International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. We will open an unpaid case after four days INTERNATIONAL BUYERS ONLY - if GROUND SHIPPING is your chosen option the delivery can take up to 10 weeks for Russia, Australia or Asia. !!! The item is sold as it is. Please review or contact us prior to bidding/buying !!!

Price: 248.83 CAD

Location: Ontario

End Time: 2024-11-27T19:46:33.000Z

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