“666” Genuine 19th Century Grand Orient de France Rank of Master Masonic jewel *unusual rare marking on the back -stamped 666 number and 1 on the top -stamped Masonic symbol in the middle. Masonic Jewel at the rank of Master, 19th century, Looks like a brass 5.5 cm high and 5 cm wide, depicting two acacia branches intertwining a square and surmounted by a compass, in the rank of Master. In the center, the flaming 5-pointed star and the letter "G". The joint of the compass forms the bail. The same jewel is visible at the Musée National des Chateaux de la Malmaison and Bois Préau. Height: 6 cm Width: 5 cm Weight 32g A really attractive jewel. *Masonic medals (or "jewels") symbolize membership, rank, achievement, and commemoration, featuring common symbols like the Square & Compasses (morality), All-Seeing Eye (divine watchfulness), Beehive (industry), or Anchor (hope/immortality) to denote a Mason's journey, service, or specific accomplishments within the fraternity, acting as outward reminders of their dedication and progress. **Membership Medals: Often feature core symbols like the Square & Compasses, signifying belonging to the Craft. **Rank & Office Medals: Indicate a Mason's office (e.g., Past Master's Jewel) or degree, sometimes with specific designs like Euclid's 47th Proposition for Past Masters. **Charity Jewels: Awarded for significant donations, serving as a reminder of philanthropic giving. **Commemorative Medals: Struck to mark specific events, anniversaries, or installations, similar to coins but with deeper symbolic meaning. Please note that if you wish to have your parcel sent as a “gift” rather than a “sale,” please inform me. This may result in the avoidance of additional customs fees. * All of my objects are from my family’s private, used collection by true Masons. * Please be advised that parcels may be damaged, delayed, or subject to additional fees due to local courier transportation, customs checks, taxes, and other factors. * The recipient is solely responsible for paying the customs charges, duties, or taxes applicable to the destination country. * Parcels will be held by customs until any outstanding payments are made. Failure to make payments may result in the parcel being returned, delayed, or, in certain cases, destroyed. If a parcel is destroyed, no refund will be issued. * Refused, unpaid, or parcels with incorrect addresses will be returned to me. This process may take up to a month, and the parcel will only be resend to the buyer once the full postage fees have been remitted.