Ancient Order of Foresters - Gavel

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Overview

Ancient Order of Foresters hardwood gavel with engraved metal inscription plate that belonged to W Smith

Historical information

The Ancient Order of Forresters originated in Leeds, England in 1834 and in Victoria, Australia in 1849. Originally a not for profit organisation, whose mission was to provide financial and social support to members and their families in times of hardship, particularly during the Depression and both World Wars. The societies local branches are called "courts" rather than lodges.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2018.9

Item type

Objects

Themes

Social History

Material

Wood

Height or length

18 cm

Depth

8 cm

Weight

160 g

Inscriptions and markings

A.O.F/ Court of Action N09984/Bro W. Smith/Chief ranger Nov 1934 to May 1935/Stg Sil

Contextual Information

A Gavel is a small ceremonial mallet used to call for attention at meetings or to punctuate rulings and proclamations and would have been used by the Ancient Order.
Brother W. Smith held the position of Chief Ranger and would have used this Gavel at these meetings.

Keywords

Busselton -- Western Australia

Ancient Order Of Foresters

Statement of significance

Social significance as it is of particular value to the Ancient Order of Foresters as it embodies the customs and traditions that are important to this society.

Primary significance criteria

Historic significance

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Thursday, 29 May, 2025

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The Taylor Cabinet

Busselton Historical Society

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