Medal, Fraternal

Object/Artifact

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Waseca County History Center

Name/Title

Medal, Fraternal

Entry/Object ID

1.06.830

Description

IOOF Service Medal. Material: metal, paper. Size: 1 1/4" W. x 1 3/4" L. Description: gold metal - pin attached to Three Link Chain - red enameled metal - white enameled inlaid star with blue raised button marking 50 years of service - paper attached: "Chas H. Bailer 1861 1950."

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. This is a service jewel awarded for years of continual membership in the Odd Fellows. They range in years from 25 to 75. Used by Waseca Comee Lodge #25. Found inside ledger book that was used to record dues, page 362 Bailer 1861-1950.

Cataloged By

Legacy Photo Import

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Medal, Fraternal

Class

Personal Symbol

Category

Communication Artifacts

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Create Date

September 22, 2006

Update Date

July 25, 2025