Parcel Gilt Antique Odd Fellows M.C. Lilley & Co Ceremonial Sword
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DESCRIPTION: Antique Grand United Order of Odd Fellows ceremonial sword produced by the M.C. Lilley and Co. featuring a parcel gilt sculptural metal pommel depicting a knight in armor standing at the entrance of a tent, a a crossguard composed of three interwoven rings at either arm centered by an emblem embossed with script "GUOOF", a carved bone handle, and a blade chased with ornate foliate scrollwork at either side.
The parcel gilt metal scabbard features overlaid metal with a depiction of a tent, the eye of providence as well as three columns with further chased emblem designs across the remainder of the scabbard.
The ricasso is etched "The M.C. Lilley & Co Columbus Ohio".
CIRCA: 1882-1925
ORIGIN: Ohio, United States of America
DIMENSIONS: W: 5.25" L: 35.25", & Blade L: 27.37"
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CONDITION: Wear consistent with age. Some wear off of the gilding at the protruding areas. Mild scratching throughout. Minor oxidation at the blade. Small area with deformation at the scabbard. Missing chape. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
The parcel gilt metal scabbard features overlaid metal with a depiction of a tent, the eye of providence as well as three columns with further chased emblem designs across the remainder of the scabbard.
The ricasso is etched "The M.C. Lilley & Co Columbus Ohio".
CIRCA: 1882-1925
ORIGIN: Ohio, United States of America
DIMENSIONS: W: 5.25" L: 35.25", & Blade L: 27.37"
Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com.
CONDITION: Wear consistent with age. Some wear off of the gilding at the protruding areas. Mild scratching throughout. Minor oxidation at the blade. Small area with deformation at the scabbard. Missing chape. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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Parcel Gilt Antique Odd Fellows M.C. Lilley & Co Ceremonial Sword
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