Ephod, Fraternal

Object/Artifact

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Waseca County History Center

Name/Title

Ephod, Fraternal

Entry/Object ID

1.04.93b

Description

Ephod. Material: textile, metal. Size: 8" W. x 46" L. Description: ecru velvet with gold metal trim stitching - embroidered on front lower edge: "Holy Bible" - black silk backing - nape closure with two brass snaps - (article worn around neck over robe).

Context

Waseca organization: Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.), a secret society for the mutual aid and benefit of the members, originated in England in the 18th Century. Odd Fellows ceremonial robe and ephod of chaplain. Used by Waseca Comee Lodge #25.

Cataloged By

Legacy Artifacts Import

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Ephod, Fraternal

Class

Clothing, Outerwear

Category

Personal Artifacts

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Create Date

September 24, 2010

Update Date

November 21, 2024