On the case, relief scenes are molded in Bakelite and the interior features a piece of embossed velvet on one side and an ambrotype set in pinchbeck on the other.
The relief motif represents the symbols of Freemasonry.
-Square and compass to represent Freemasons and Masonic lodges around the world.
-The letter G in the center for Geometry (but also Glory, or Grandeur, God...)
-The eye surrounded by rays of sunlight, or Eye of Providence, represents the Great Architect of the Universe (God) watching over humanity.
-The pillars represent strength and establishment.
-The mosaic pavement symbolizes the duality of the world.
Union Case format 10x12 cm
Image format 7x8.5 cm
Link to the websitehttps://www.lavalisearlesienne.com/product-page/ambrotype-homme-souriant-union-case-en-relief-franc-ma%C3%A7on-c-1860
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