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	[[Datei:Inhoc.jpg\|thumb\|~~400px~~\|~~left~~\|The High Knight Templar face has a seven pointed star thereon having a Christian cross in the centre, with the motto “IN HOC SIGNO VINCES”		[[Datei:Inhoc.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|right\|The High Knight Templar face has a seven pointed star thereon having a Christian cross in the centre, with the motto “IN HOC SIGNO VINCES”
	( In this sign we conquer ) within two concentric circles around. Mounted on the circles is a skull resting on crossed bones. In the spaces between the arms of the star are a series of symbols such as the paschal lamb, the cross pattee, triangle with twelve burning tapers, the cockerel, the hourglass, the coffin and the scythe. Below the whole is the signature “BRUSH”.]]		( In this sign we conquer ) within two concentric circles around. Mounted on the circles is a skull resting on crossed bones. In the spaces between the arms of the star are a series of symbols such as the paschal lamb, the cross pattee, triangle with twelve burning tapers, the cockerel, the hourglass, the coffin and the scythe. Below the whole is the signature “BRUSH”.]]

	[[Datei:Mossop.jpg\|thumb\|~~400px~~\|left\|The next Irish medallist that we shall consider in this paper is [[William Mossop]] Sen ( 1751 -1805 ) who made one outstanding medal for Irish Freemasonry. This medal, known as “The Prince Masons Medal” was originally produced as a prize medal by the Masonic Female Orphans School in Dublin in the year 1799.		[[Datei:Mossop.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|left\|The next Irish medallist that we shall consider in this paper is [[William Mossop]] Sen ( 1751 -1805 ) who made one outstanding medal for Irish Freemasonry. This medal, known as “The Prince Masons Medal” was originally produced as a prize medal by the Masonic Female Orphans School in Dublin in the year 1799.

	The obverse has a female figure surrounded by three children seated on a cross and anchor representing Faith, Hope & Charity. In exergue, on the left		The obverse has a female figure surrounded by three children seated on a cross and anchor representing Faith, Hope & Charity. In exergue, on the left
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	illustrated in the 1927 Transactions of the Lodge of Research along with similar examples presented to Bro John Campbell in 1773 by the Members of Lodge 489, Dublin and to Bro David Colhoun in 1802 by the Members of Lodge 547, Newtownstewart. These fine jewels can all be seen in the '''Grand Lodge collections in Molesworth Street.''']]		illustrated in the 1927 Transactions of the Lodge of Research along with similar examples presented to Bro John Campbell in 1773 by the Members of Lodge 489, Dublin and to Bro David Colhoun in 1802 by the Members of Lodge 547, Newtownstewart. These fine jewels can all be seen in the '''Grand Lodge collections in Molesworth Street.''']]

	[[Datei:Sun.jpg\|thumb\|~~400px~~\|left\|Another uniquely Irish medal is the Minden medal struck in 1848 by the Members of The Minden Lodge, an Irish travelling warrant attached to the 26th Regiment of Foot ( Cameronians ) sometimes known as the Scottish Rifles. This Lodge decided to strike a centenary medal to commemorate the issue of their original Irish warrant ( No 309 ) which was issued to Lord George Sackville, Colonel Edward Cornwallis and a Captain Milbourne on the 7th December 1748. Lord George Sackville was a younger brother to Charles, the Earl of Middlesex, whose medal was previously described. So the Brethren of Minden determined that their medal should be given		[[Datei:Sun.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|left\|Another uniquely Irish medal is the Minden medal struck in 1848 by the Members of The Minden Lodge, an Irish travelling warrant attached to the 26th Regiment of Foot ( Cameronians ) sometimes known as the Scottish Rifles. This Lodge decided to strike a centenary medal to commemorate the issue of their original Irish warrant ( No 309 ) which was issued to Lord George Sackville, Colonel Edward Cornwallis and a Captain Milbourne on the 7th December 1748. Lord George Sackville was a younger brother to Charles, the Earl of Middlesex, whose medal was previously described. So the Brethren of Minden determined that their medal should be given
	to all twenty members of the Lodge, and after much consideration they decided to adopt a wooden wheel as their background with the name of one of their members on all sixteen of the staves. The centrepiece of the design was an “All Seeing Eye” with a circular hub around and on this hub was the legend “C. South. PM and WM Elect”. From this hub emanated sixteen separate staves and on each stave was the name of a Lodge member :- “M. Kane, D. Bilham, P. Gerachtys, T. McMullan, T. Peden, J. Clarke, J. Matherson, J.D.G. Kilhourn, J Balme, H. Gibson, T.J. Waring, I.G.T. Higgins, W. Harris, J. Shaddock, R. Perkins and J. McGee.” On the outer band of the wheel were the three final Lodge Officers :- “ F. Oliver WM”		to all twenty members of the Lodge, and after much consideration they decided to adopt a wooden wheel as their background with the name of one of their members on all sixteen of the staves. The centrepiece of the design was an “All Seeing Eye” with a circular hub around and on this hub was the legend “C. South. PM and WM Elect”. From this hub emanated sixteen separate staves and on each stave was the name of a Lodge member :- “M. Kane, D. Bilham, P. Gerachtys, T. McMullan, T. Peden, J. Clarke, J. Matherson, J.D.G. Kilhourn, J Balme, H. Gibson, T.J. Waring, I.G.T. Higgins, W. Harris, J. Shaddock, R. Perkins and J. McGee.” On the outer band of the wheel were the three final Lodge Officers :- “ F. Oliver WM”
	at the top, “W. Robertson JW” on the right and “J. Clarke SW” on the left.		at the top, “W. Robertson JW” on the right and “J. Clarke SW” on the left.
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	From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had		From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had
	the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.		the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.
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	[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|~~400px~~\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who		[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who
	attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]		attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]

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			[[Datei:Columns.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|The Craft face has two Corinthian columns adorned with pomegranates, the blazing sun with sixteen flames, an open book bearing the square and compasses, standing on a dais of three steps: above a crescent moon and a
			group of seven stars, surmounted by an irradiated eye. On the left are a maul, trowel, gauge and a sprig of acacia: and on the right three candlesticks
			a hand holding a poniard and a ladder of three rungs leaning against one of
			the columns. Below in exergue the square, level and plumbrule with the signature “BRUSH”.]]

			[[Datei:Royal Arch.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|The Royal Arch face has an arch lacking a keystone supported by an arcade of Corinthian columns. Within the arch is an altar of six steps with a breastplate and ewer at the sides, and above the letter “G” between three
			crowns: through the broken arch a hand appears and above it the blazing sun among clouds. Within the arcading, on the left is a burning bush, rod and serpent: on the right a kneeling figure holding up the tables of the law, interlaced triangles below. At the base a scroll is lying: and near the edge is
			the signature “BRUSH”.]]


	== Irish masonic medals ==		== Irish masonic medals ==
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	Bro Brush developed a standard medal which had Craft symbols on one face and could have either Royal Arch or High Knight Templar symbolism on the other. These medals became quite popular at the time and a number of them survive to this day.		Bro Brush developed a standard medal which had Craft symbols on one face and could have either Royal Arch or High Knight Templar symbolism on the other. These medals became quite popular at the time and a number of them survive to this day.

	[[Datei:Columns.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|The Craft face has two Corinthian columns adorned with pomegranates, the blazing sun with sixteen flames, an open book bearing the square and compasses, standing on a dais of three steps: above a crescent moon and a		==Gallery==
	~~group of seven stars, surmounted by an irradiated eye. On the left are a maul, trowel, gauge and a sprig of acacia: and on the right three candlesticks~~
	~~a hand holding a poniard and a ladder of three rungs leaning against one of~~
	~~the columns. Below in exergue the square, level and plumbrule with the signature “BRUSH”.]]~~

	[[Datei:Inhoc.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|The High Knight Templar face has a seven pointed star thereon having a Christian cross in the centre, with the motto “IN HOC SIGNO VINCES”		[[Datei:Inhoc.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|The High Knight Templar face has a seven pointed star thereon having a Christian cross in the centre, with the motto “IN HOC SIGNO VINCES”
	( In this sign we conquer ) within two concentric circles around. Mounted on the circles is a skull resting on crossed bones. In the spaces between the arms of the star are a series of symbols such as the paschal lamb, the cross pattee, triangle with twelve burning tapers, the cockerel, the hourglass, the coffin and the scythe. Below the whole is the signature “BRUSH”.]]		( In this sign we conquer ) within two concentric circles around. Mounted on the circles is a skull resting on crossed bones. In the spaces between the arms of the star are a series of symbols such as the paschal lamb, the cross pattee, triangle with twelve burning tapers, the cockerel, the hourglass, the coffin and the scythe. Below the whole is the signature “BRUSH”.]]

	[[Datei:Royal Arch.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|The Royal Arch face has an arch lacking a keystone supported by an arcade of Corinthian columns. Within the arch is an altar of six steps with a breastplate and ewer at the sides, and above the letter “G” between three
	crowns: through the broken arch a hand appears and above it the blazing sun among clouds. Within the arcading, on the left is a burning bush, rod and serpent: on the right a kneeling figure holding up the tables of the law, interlaced triangles below. At the base a scroll is lying: and near the edge is
	~~the signature “BRUSH”.]]~~

	[[Datei:Mossop.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|The next Irish medallist that we shall consider in this paper is [[William Mossop]] Sen ( 1751 -1805 ) who made one outstanding medal for Irish Freemasonry. This medal, known as “The Prince Masons Medal” was originally produced as a prize medal by the Masonic Female Orphans School in Dublin in the year 1799.		[[Datei:Mossop.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|The next Irish medallist that we shall consider in this paper is [[William Mossop]] Sen ( 1751 -1805 ) who made one outstanding medal for Irish Freemasonry. This medal, known as “The Prince Masons Medal” was originally produced as a prize medal by the Masonic Female Orphans School in Dublin in the year 1799.
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	On the reverse are the square and compasses, crossed enclosing an equilateral triangle on which is the letter “G” ; to the lower angle of the square is suspended an interlaced double triangle forming a six pointed star : above is a radiant All Seeing Eye. The medal is oval shaped size 64mm x 52mm usually found in bronze. Occasionally it is found with a loop for a ring which was attached to the planchet of some.		On the reverse are the square and compasses, crossed enclosing an equilateral triangle on which is the letter “G” ; to the lower angle of the square is suspended an interlaced double triangle forming a six pointed star : above is a radiant All Seeing Eye. The medal is oval shaped size 64mm x 52mm usually found in bronze. Occasionally it is found with a loop for a ring which was attached to the planchet of some.
	This medal was designed by the celebrated Irish sculptor Smyth. The original wax impression was once in the possession of a Doctor William Frazer of Dublin, who presented it to The Royal Dublin Society in the early 1900’s. ]]		This medal was designed by the celebrated Irish sculptor Smyth. The original wax impression was once in the possession of a Doctor William Frazer of Dublin, who presented it to The Royal Dublin Society in the early 1900’s. ]]


	[[Datei:Ozier.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Other unusual Irish medals on show in the museum include the Ozier medal dating from the year 1763. This medal, in gold was presented to Francis Ozier and has the number 2, referring to Lodge 2 Dublin. The		[[Datei:Ozier.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Other unusual Irish medals on show in the museum include the Ozier medal dating from the year 1763. This medal, in gold was presented to Francis Ozier and has the number 2, referring to Lodge 2 Dublin. The

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	== Irish masonic medals ==		== Irish masonic medals ==
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	collection and classification of Irish Masonic Medals and to provide examples of same with some details of their purpose, design and distribution.		collection and classification of Irish Masonic Medals and to provide examples of same with some details of their purpose, design and distribution.

	== Medal ==		=== Medal ===

	Piece of metal, usually in the form of a coin, struck or cast with		Piece of metal, usually in the form of a coin, struck or cast with
	an inscription, armorial illustration or device to commemorate an anniversary or event. Produced to order, by many companies including The Royal Mint, they cannot be used as coin of the realm. Larger medals go under the name of Medallions. In Craft Lodges we normally see medals used to show membership of a particular Lodge, commemorate the foundation of a Lodge, a special event in its history or the achievement of a significant anniversary. Medals are also issued to commemorate the opening of new buildings and occasionally personalities.		an inscription, armorial illustration or device to commemorate an anniversary or event. Produced to order, by many companies including The Royal Mint, they cannot be used as coin of the realm. Larger medals go under the name of Medallions. In Craft Lodges we normally see medals used to show membership of a particular Lodge, commemorate the foundation of a Lodge, a special event in its history or the achievement of a significant anniversary. Medals are also issued to commemorate the opening of new buildings and occasionally personalities.

	== Medals in the Early Days ==		=== Medals in the Early Days ===

	The first references to Masonic medals in the Irish Constitution date from the earliest surviving records of Irish Craft Masonry, which are to be found in the columns of “The Dublin Weekly Journal” for the 26th June 1725. Most of you will know that this is the first written record ( so far found ) of the existence of The Grand Lodge of Ireland and details the Installation of “The Earl of Rosse” as Grand Master for the ensuing year.		The first references to Masonic medals in the Irish Constitution date from the earliest surviving records of Irish Craft Masonry, which are to be found in the columns of “The Dublin Weekly Journal” for the 26th June 1725. Most of you will know that this is the first written record ( so far found ) of the existence of The Grand Lodge of Ireland and details the Installation of “The Earl of Rosse” as Grand Master for the ensuing year.
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	''“ The Brothers of one Lodge wore fine badges painted full of crosses and		''“ The Brothers of one Lodge wore fine badges painted full of crosses and
	squares, with this motto – Spes Mea in Deo Est.”''		squares, with this motto – Spes Mea in Deo Est.”''


	This medal comprises the portrait of the Earl of Rosse, Grand Master on		This medal comprises the portrait of the Earl of Rosse, Grand Master on
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	(Volume 12 page 204) and Rt Wor Bro Chetwode Crawley, LLD ( Notes on		(Volume 12 page 204) and Rt Wor Bro Chetwode Crawley, LLD ( Notes on
	Irish Freemasonry Vol 5 ) both clearly confirm that this is the earliest known Irish Masonic medal.		Irish Freemasonry Vol 5 ) both clearly confirm that this is the earliest known Irish Masonic medal.

	~~[[Datei:Sackville.jpg]]~~

	The medal has a bust of [[Charles Sackville]], Earl of Middlesex with his head to the right. Hair short. Mantel fastened on right shoulder with a brooch. Legend “CAROLVS SACKVILLE MAGISTER.FL” ( [[Charles Sackville]] Master Florence ). Under the bust is the signature “ L.N. 1733 ” which stands for L.Natter a medallist born at Biberach, Suabia in 1705, and eventually died in St Petersburg in 1767. Natter is said to have taken the Rite		The medal has a bust of [[Charles Sackville]], Earl of Middlesex with his head to the right. Hair short. Mantel fastened on right shoulder with a brooch. Legend “CAROLVS SACKVILLE MAGISTER.FL” ( [[Charles Sackville]] Master Florence ). Under the bust is the signature “ L.N. 1733 ” which stands for L.Natter a medallist born at Biberach, Suabia in 1705, and eventually died in St Petersburg in 1767. Natter is said to have taken the Rite
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	occasion included Thomas Griffith the comic actor and past Grand Secretary		occasion included Thomas Griffith the comic actor and past Grand Secretary
	and John Pennell – Grand Secretary and author of our first book of Irish Constitutions.		and John Pennell – Grand Secretary and author of our first book of Irish Constitutions.

	~~[[Datei:Urk.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left]]~~

	Bro James Brush, Sen ( 1774-1812 ), a Dublin jeweller and engraver was one of the first Masonic manufacturers. His premises were located at 7 St Andrews Street, and he was treasurer of Royal Arch Lodge No 190. In 1792		Bro James Brush, Sen ( 1774-1812 ), a Dublin jeweller and engraver was one of the first Masonic manufacturers. His premises were located at 7 St Andrews Street, and he was treasurer of Royal Arch Lodge No 190. In 1792
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	Brethren, these are a few of the medals associated with the Irish Constitution, and as this site grows, we hope to add more examples to this section as new photographs and details come to hand.]]		Brethren, these are a few of the medals associated with the Irish Constitution, and as this site grows, we hope to add more examples to this section as new photographs and details come to hand.]]

	== See also: ==		== See also ==
	*[[Charles Sackville]]		*[[Charles Sackville]]
	[[Kategorie:Art\|~~Irish masonic medals~~]]
			[[Kategorie:Art\|Irishmedals]]

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	== Irish masonic medals ==		== Irish masonic medals ==

	Some of the most interesting artefacts associated with Irish Freemasonry are the various medals struck to commemorate special events in the history of our Masonic Lodges. Here we have details of a number of examples which were issued by Lodges under the Irish Constitution.		Some of the most interesting artefacts associated with Irish Freemasonry are the various medals struck to commemorate special events in the history of our Masonic Lodges. Here we have details of a number of examples which were issued by Lodges under the Irish Constitution.

	Source: [http://www.irishfreemasonry.com/index.php?p=1_20_Medals Irish Masonry]		'''Source: [http://www.irishfreemasonry.com/index.php?p=1_20_Medals Irish Masonry]'''

	== MEDALS OF THE IRISH CRAFT ==		== MEDALS OF THE IRISH CRAFT ==
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	It is my intention in this short address to place on record my thoughts on the		It is my intention in this short address to place on record my thoughts on the
	collection and classification of Irish Masonic Medals and to provide examples of same with some details of their purpose, design and distribution.		collection and classification of Irish Masonic Medals and to provide examples of same with some details of their purpose, design and distribution.



	== Medal ==		== Medal ==
	~~[[Datei:Medal.jpg\|thumb\|250px]]~~
	Piece of metal, usually in the form of a coin, struck or cast with		Piece of metal, usually in the form of a coin, struck or cast with
	an inscription, armorial illustration or device to commemorate an anniversary or event. Produced to order, by many companies including The Royal Mint, they cannot be used as coin of the realm. Larger medals go under the name of Medallions. In Craft Lodges we normally see medals used to show membership of a particular Lodge, commemorate the foundation of a Lodge, a special event in its history or the achievement of a significant anniversary. Medals are also issued to commemorate the opening of new buildings and occasionally personalities.		an inscription, armorial illustration or device to commemorate an anniversary or event. Produced to order, by many companies including The Royal Mint, they cannot be used as coin of the realm. Larger medals go under the name of Medallions. In Craft Lodges we normally see medals used to show membership of a particular Lodge, commemorate the foundation of a Lodge, a special event in its history or the achievement of a significant anniversary. Medals are also issued to commemorate the opening of new buildings and occasionally personalities.
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	The first references to Masonic medals in the Irish Constitution date from the earliest surviving records of Irish Craft Masonry, which are to be found in the columns of “The Dublin Weekly Journal” for the 26th June 1725. Most of you will know that this is the first written record ( so far found ) of the existence of The Grand Lodge of Ireland and details the Installation of “The Earl of Rosse” as Grand Master for the ensuing year.		The first references to Masonic medals in the Irish Constitution date from the earliest surviving records of Irish Craft Masonry, which are to be found in the columns of “The Dublin Weekly Journal” for the 26th June 1725. Most of you will know that this is the first written record ( so far found ) of the existence of The Grand Lodge of Ireland and details the Installation of “The Earl of Rosse” as Grand Master for the ensuing year.
	Our interest in this event stems from one part of the newspaper report which reads as follows :		Our interest in this event stems from one part of the newspaper report which reads as follows :
	''
	“ The Brothers of one Lodge wore fine badges painted full of crosses and		''“ The Brothers of one Lodge wore fine badges painted full of crosses and
	squares, with this motto – Spes Mea in Deo Est.”''		squares, with this motto – Spes Mea in Deo Est.”''

	~~[[Datei:Rosse.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|~~
	This medal comprises the portrait of the Earl of Rosse, Grand Master on		This medal comprises the portrait of the Earl of Rosse, Grand Master on
	the obverse with the dates 1725 – 2000, and on the reverse, the coat of arms		the obverse with the dates 1725 – 2000, and on the reverse, the coat of arms

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	== See also: ==		== See also: ==
	*[[Charles Sackville]]		*[[Charles Sackville]]
			[[Kategorie:Art\|Irish masonic medals]]

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	The medal has a bust of Charles Sackville, Earl of Middlesex with his head to the right. Hair short. Mantel fastened on right shoulder with a brooch. Legend “CAROLVS SACKVILLE MAGISTER.FL” ( Charles Sackville Master Florence ). Under the bust is the signature “ L.N. 1733 ” which stands for L.Natter a medallist born at Biberach, Suabia in 1705, and eventually died in St Petersburg in 1767. Natter is said to have taken the Rite		The medal has a bust of [[Charles Sackville]], Earl of Middlesex with his head to the right. Hair short. Mantel fastened on right shoulder with a brooch. Legend “CAROLVS SACKVILLE MAGISTER.FL” ( [[Charles Sackville]] Master Florence ). Under the bust is the signature “ L.N. 1733 ” which stands for L.Natter a medallist born at Biberach, Suabia in 1705, and eventually died in St Petersburg in 1767. Natter is said to have taken the Rite
	of Strict Observance from the city of Stockholm to St Petersburg.		of Strict Observance from the city of Stockholm to St Petersburg.

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	[[Datei:Donough.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|In 1975 the jewellers West & Sons of Dublin, who struck the original dies for the 1925 jewel, produced at their own expense a restrike version of the 1725-1925 jewel with the 2 in 1925 changed to a 7 to read 1975 and issued these jewels, in silver to all serving Grand Lodge Officers in the year 1975. So Brethren, if you happen to see an Irish bi-centenary jewel in an auction or a dealers cabinet, check the dates very carefully, as you may be fortunate enough to find a very rare Irish medal indeed.		[[Datei:Donough.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|In 1975 the jewellers West & Sons of Dublin, who struck the original dies for the 1925 jewel, produced at their own expense a restrike version of the 1725-1925 jewel with the 2 in 1925 changed to a 7 to read 1975 and issued these jewels, in silver to all serving Grand Lodge Officers in the year 1975. So Brethren, if you happen to see an Irish bi-centenary jewel in an auction or a dealers cabinet, check the dates very carefully, as you may be fortunate enough to find a very rare Irish medal indeed.
	Brethren, these are a few of the medals associated with the Irish Constitution, and as this site grows, we hope to add more examples to this section as new photographs and details come to hand.]]		Brethren, these are a few of the medals associated with the Irish Constitution, and as this site grows, we hope to add more examples to this section as new photographs and details come to hand.]]

			== See also: ==
			*[[Charles Sackville]]

Jens Rusch am 6. Mai 2012 um 13:22 Uhr

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	[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who		[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who
	attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]		attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]

			[[Datei:Donough.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|In 1975 the jewellers West & Sons of Dublin, who struck the original dies for the 1925 jewel, produced at their own expense a restrike version of the 1725-1925 jewel with the 2 in 1925 changed to a 7 to read 1975 and issued these jewels, in silver to all serving Grand Lodge Officers in the year 1975. So Brethren, if you happen to see an Irish bi-centenary jewel in an auction or a dealers cabinet, check the dates very carefully, as you may be fortunate enough to find a very rare Irish medal indeed.
			Brethren, these are a few of the medals associated with the Irish Constitution, and as this site grows, we hope to add more examples to this section as new photographs and details come to hand.]]

Jens Rusch am 6. Mai 2012 um 13:19 Uhr

2012-05-06T13:19:41Z

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	From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had		From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had
	the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.		the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.
	[[Datei:Buckle2.jpg\|400px]]		[[Datei:Buckle2.jpg\|400px\|left]]

	[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who		[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who
	attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]		attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]

Jens Rusch am 6. Mai 2012 um 13:19 Uhr

2012-05-06T13:19:18Z

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	From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had		From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had
	the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.		the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.
	[[Datei:Buckle2.jpg]]		[[Datei:Buckle2.jpg\|400px]]

	[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who		[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who
	attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]		attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]

Jens Rusch am 6. Mai 2012 um 13:18 Uhr

2012-05-06T13:18:31Z

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	From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had		From the medallic point of view there are two well known Masonic artefacts with strong links to this period in history. One is the copper-plate buckle worn by the serving members of the Lowtherstown Masonick Volunteers which couples the usual volunteer symbol of Hibernia and her harp with a number of Masonic symbols including the Holy Royal Arch complete with keystone, the sacred letter “G”, the third degree compasses and square, the three steps up to ( in this case Hibernia stands in lieu of the Altar ), the plumbline, the cockerel and a representation of the Sun in splendour, representative of ( in this instance ) the light of Freedom. Lowtherstown was of course the old name for Irvinestown, in Co Fermanagh and the main man in this Battalion, was William Irvine, who at that time had
	the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.		the title of Provincial Grand Master of Ulster, which would have made him the senior freemason in the province of Ulster at that time.
			[[Datei:Buckle2.jpg]]

			[[Datei:Red.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|left\|Probably the best known Centenary medal was the medal issued on the 4th June 1925 to commemorate the bi-centenary of the Grand Lodge of Ireland 1725-1925. This medal consisted of the coat of arms of the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the obverse and the coat of arms of the Rt Hon the Earl of Donoughmore KP, Most Wor Grand Master of the Most Wor the Grand Lodge of Ireland on the reverse. The medal has a silver bar giving the date 4th June 1925 and Brethren who
			attended the bi-centenary service in Christchurch Cathedral on the day were entitled to wear the bar. Indeed, a special commemorative silver and enamel brooch bearing the date 4th June 1925 was struck and issued to all 20 Brethren who acted as stewards within the Cathedral precincts on the 4th June 1925.]]