1909 Washington Trowel Postcard Alexandria VA Historical Masonic Tool
$3.95
This vintage postcard features the Washington Trowel, a ceremonial Masonic tool used by General George Washington on September 18, 1793, to lay the cornerstone of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The postcard wa ... Read More
This vintage postcard features the Washington Trowel, a ceremonial Masonic tool used by General George Washington on September 18, 1793, to lay the cornerstone of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The postcard was copyrighted in 1909 by the Alexandria Washington Lodge No. 22 A.F. & A.M., a noteworthy Masonic lodge with historical ties to this iconic artifact. The illustration shows the trowel with detailed, hand-colored artwork on a bright blue background, emphasizing its significance as a symbol of American heritage and craftsmanship.Printed by The National Publishing Co., Washington, D.C., this standard size (5.5 x 3.5 inch) postcard is an original collectible that celebrates key moments in U.S. history, including the laying of the Washington Monument cornerstone in 1848 and the Masonic Temple cornerstone in 1907. The reverse side includes a handwritten message postmarked October 16, 1909, from Alexandria, Virginia, adding historical postal interest. A perfect addition for collectors of Americana, Masonic memorabilia, or early 20th-century postcards.
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