Vintage Knights of Pythias Senator Robe Regalia Costume

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Vintage Knights of Pythias Regalia "Senator" Robe We acquired this at an Estate Auction along with many other fraternal regalia helmets , costumes, & accessories. The items were found in the attic of the lodge. Most of the items were from the early days of the Knights of Pythias (NH Olive Branch No. 6) however some could be Masonic or Odd Fellows. This robe was worn by one of the Senators during one of the rituals. We estimate this to be circa 1930s/40's Layered Tunic Robe is made of heavy gray fabric has a black satin cord design on the bottom, sleeve, and along the top. The tunic portion fastens in the front with 5 snap closures and it has a gatd attached cape/sash that covers some of the tunic that drapes over one shoulder. (note: tunic only has one sleeve, the cape drapes over the other shoulder in place of the sleeve). The inside is lined with a gray muslin type material. T is a label inside "The C. E. Ward Co., New London, Ohio," and also a white tag "Senator". Laying flat the tunic robe measures 25" across the chest from under arm to under arm seam.(chest 48-50) The length from the back neck to bottom of tunic is 34", length from back neck to bottom of the cape that covers the tunic is 56" long. In great vintage condition, the snap that attaches the cape in the back has seperated from the fabric and needs reattaching. T is some minor age corrosion to some of the metal snaps. T are several rust color stain spots in the front (see pics) Could use a wash to freshen as it has not been laundered and is in the condition we found it in. A Brief History: The Order of Knights of Pythias is a great international fraternity which was founded in Washington, DC, February 19, 1864, by Justus Rathborne and was the first Fraternal order to be chartered by the U.S. Congress with Abraham Lincolns urging. The distinguishing principles of the Order of Knights of Pythias are "FRIENDSHIP, CHARITY and BENEVOLENCE". It bases its lessons and builds it ritual largely on the familiar story of the friendship of Damon and Pythias, who were historical characters living about four hundred or more years before the beginning of the Christian era. They were members of a school, founded by Pythagoras, who was known as the father of Greek philosophy. Check out our other listings - Please ask any questions about any of our item on our Ebay store for more treasures and add us to your favorites list ! Please do not bid on our items if you do not intend to pay. *PAYMENT -. Sorry, due to the high rate of non paying bidders we will no longer take checks or money orders. *Paypal Only!!! Payment is appreciated within 3 days of auction end. We relist items after 7 days and do sadly have to report non-paying bidders.* SHIPPING - Use our shipping calculator to figure your fee.We use USPS. We mail out packages within 1-2 days of recieving payment. All items are carefully bubble wrapped with packing material. * Insurance is recommended on valueble items. The option is yours. It is $1.65 up to $50.00 and covers lost items also. Please ask if we forget to show the option on the invoice. International bidders can only take insurance on Priority shipping, (not offered on First Class.) We do our best to have your item arrive safely, but as always, once the item leaves our hands, we can not be responsible for lost or broken items if insurance is not taken. * FEEDBACK - We reciprocate feedback after we know the item has arrived and you are completely satisfied. * REFUND POLICY - Items may be returned for a refund of the purchase price ONLY if the item was misrepresented . read more

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