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Subiaco Museum > Records

MEDAL: FREEMASONS, PRESENTED TO J.E.A. MALMBERG

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1912

Overview

Medal ('jewel') presented to P.G. Bro (Past Grand Brother) J.E.A. Malmberg by the Lodges No. 17 ('Hopetoun') and 31 ('Prince Albert, Subiaco') No. 12 District Jan. 1912. This inscription appears on a scroll in silver coloured metal with a pin on the reverse. Three chain links fit inside the lower curve of the scroll symbolising friendship, love and truth. On the shield below are the white star and crescent moon on a red background, emblems of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. The letters 'P.D.D.G.M.' appear against a white band at the top of the shield. These stand for 'Past District Deputy Grand Master'.

Historical information

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows was founded in 1898 and was still in operation in 1994. These medals were known as 'jewels' by the Society and were worn on a fabric collar by members. This medal was presented to Mr. J.E.A. Malmberg who rose to the office of trustee of Prince Albert Lodge (Subiaco) in 1907.

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cwa-org-43-1994.124

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Material

Width

80 mm

Height or length

68 mm

Keywords

Independent Order Of Odd Fellows

Photographed 2023

Decade - 1900's

Year

Statement of significance

Medal from the Prince Albert Lodge (Subiaco) of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. The society was founded in 1898 and was still active in 1994.

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