Description: You are bidding on a vintage early Pettibon Bros MFG KNIGHTS of PYTHIAS Fraternal sword. Has some really great Medieval details on the blade showing Knights and Medieval themes throughout. The blade has the owner's name on it. Blade also has a "Pettibon Bros MFG" next to the grip. It has some wear and tear but is generally in good condition for its age. All KoP swords contain the same types of symbols and letters, such as:The "U.R." which stands for Uniform RankThe flower, which is a lily and a nod to the manufacturer.The "F.C.B" -"Friendship Charity Brotherhood".The knight with shield inscribed on the blade.The Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias, grew out of various drill corps units that had been organized in the various lodges after the order was originated in1864. Bear in mind that many of the members of the Knights of Pythias were men who had been active in the Civil War and who enjoyed the disciplined way of life as well as membership in the GAR and UCV.In1876, under the leadership of James R. Carnahan of Lafayette, Ind., there grew movement to consolidate these various drill corps into a separate but attached organization. In 1878, the Uniform Rank of Knights of Pythias came into legal being by action of the Supreme Lodge. The membership mushroomed. The URKP was organized completely along U. S. Army lines into Companies, Brigades, Regiments, etc. Named as Major General or Commanding officer was James R.Carnahan. The emblem chosen for the organization was that of the Lilly and the URKP became known as the “Army of the Lilly.”A rare and beautiful sword. Don't miss your chance. There are very few such swords left.PLEASE SEE PICTURES TO MAKE YOUR OWN JUDGMENTPLEASE SEE MY OTHER AUCTIONSEmail any questions. Sold as is. No return, please.USA SALES ONLY! EXCLUDED LOCATIONS: ALASKA/HAWAII, US PROTECTORATES, APO/FPO, PO BOX.NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING!All items are sold on an “as is "basis. We endeavor to include all relevantdetail within the description and the images shown. However, any statement byourselves as to the origin, age, provenance and conditions a statement ofopinion and not a statement of fact. The absence of any description pertainingto condition does not imply that the piece is freeform any damage orrestoration. A more detailed statement on condition can begiven on request.Winmultiple auctions and I will combine them. Please wait to pay untilsend an invoice for multiple items. Shipping will be by USPS or UPS ground.
Price: 100 USD
Location: Billings, Montana
End Time: 2024-10-03T19:43:51.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Organization: Masonic, Freemasonry
Featured Refinements: Knights Templar Collectible - Masonic Sword
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Modified Item: No
