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This is a mint condition masonic silk ribbon from the Knights of the Golden Eagle masonic order. I show a reference photo of a man dressed in their Knights of the Golden Eagle regalia with a very similar ribbon. Large measuring 11 inches long. Celluloid emblem in copper frame at the top with fastening pin. Royal blue silk ribbon with beautiful silver lettering of a knight being knighted by an angel. From Saint Lawrence, Pennsylvania Castle 463 KGE with metal tassels at the bottom. Reversible mourning ribbon with same on the back over black silk with silver graphics. This is the nicest vintage ribbon of the KGE that I have found in a long time. Mint condition with all tassels.

The Knights of the Golden Eagle is a Fraternal organization founded in 1873. They were founded in 1873 in Baltimore, Maryland and had a militaristic/Christian perspective in its rituals and ceremonies. They worked three degrees based on events and legends surrounding the Crusades of the Middle Ages. According to Axelrod's International Encyclopedia of Secret Societies and Fraternal Orders the organization went extinct sometime during the 1960s-70s, however, current research has shown that this group is still active in three states providing scholarships to college students. One unfortunate piece of history that still shadows the KGE is that one of their members was responsible for the assassination of President McKinley. The woman's auxiliary was called the Ladies of the Golden Eagle. The goal of the organization is to build character among the membership and within the local community. The group promotes respect, courage, compassion, honor, and loyalty to God and country. We accept diversity while upholding the teachings and mission of Christ.

KGE Obligation I, ... , do most solemnly promise and declare, in the presence of the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and the brethren assembled, that I will never reveal any of the mysteries of the Order of Knights of the Golden Eagle�its initiatory ceremonies, unwritten forms, signs. countersigns, passwords or grips; its transactions, discussions or confidential charities�that have been or may after be imparted to me, to any person not entitled to receive the same; nor will I write or indite the same upon anything, or cause or allow it to be done, if possible for me to prevent it. Under the same high and sacred pledge, I also promise to assist a member of this Order, so far as is consistent with my duty, whenever or wver I may find him in distress; that I will warn him of any danger which I may know to threaten him, or any member of his family, and will fly to his aid when in need tof; that I will never knowingly wrong him or his, but will help him preserve the sacred rights of his household inviolate. I also promise to observe all the rules and regulations required by the Constitution and By-Laws of this Castle, the Grand Castle of , the Supreme Castle, or any other Grand or Subordinate Castle to which I may -after attach myself, and will abide by all the decisions tof so long as I remain affiliated with the brethren. All of which obligation I now in good faith assume, and call upon the everlasting God to so guide my heart and mind that I shall ever faithful prove to this my vow. All respond: Amen. The Worthy Bard may play a low dirge, or the members sing in a low tone, �Nearer, My God to Thee,�� or any appropriate hymn, to the accompaniment of the organ After which, each member re-covers. High Priest: Arise! When directed by the High Priest to arise, all the officers, including the Sir Herald and Worthy Chamberlain, arise, the Sir Herald and Worthy Chamberlain, facing each other, at the altar, at a carry swords. Pilgrim in your journey through this Castle domain, t are different posts that you must visit ere you reach the end. In yon mountain cave a Hermit dwells. If your faith proves firm enough to reach that wild and weird place, a lesson you will learn of grave import. I pray you give earnest heed to all you see a...

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