The frst time I sent this, I'm not sure it went thru, so I'm trying again.
Kate Pinner
In the 18th cent., would all the aprons in a Masonic Lodge be the
same? Or would the individuals have different ones? I ask because I'm
doing Amadeus next year and the play calls for three of them. There
is
I would suggest calling a local Masonic lodge. They may not have much
historic knowledge. I've occasionally talked to members of religious
orders who believe their habits have not changed since the order was
founded, when that is definitely not the case. But your local modern
Masons can tell
Perceptive comment, thanks. I'll do that.
Kate Pinner
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I would suggest
If you google Masonic there are sites that have the historical perspective as
well. I remember that there is an actual Masonic site in England sponsored by a
University that has quite a bit of information. I think that the site is the
Centre for Masons
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Masonic Aprons in the 18th century vary far more than they tend to now.
With modern masons, the various jurisdictions regulate size, colours,
designs. Extant originals and artwork depicting Masonic processions and
events show some of the diversity that was common in the 18th century.
Hi All, Did no one post from 7/16/10 to this afternoon (7/20/10) or was my mail
box blanked? Guesses, speculations, knowledge?
Audy
in the high boonies of Central Texas
PeoplePC Online
A better way to Internet
http://www.peoplepc.com
The aprons have different symbols on it to designate the position of the member
in the Temple (meeting room) The top Guy is called the Worshipful Master,
then there is the Templar., the Tiler, etc,etc..
The Aprons are easy to read like rank insignia in the Armed forcesso the
are different.
Charles Mohapel's official photos from Anticipation, Worldcon 67,
2009 in Montreal have now been uploaded to the ICG Gallery. Enjoy!
http://www.costume.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=76597
Pierre
Those Who Fail to Learn History
Are Doomed to Repeat It;
Those Who Fail To Learn History
These are modern aprons and wearing the offices on the aprons is very
modern. Masons used to wear their own aprons, which makes wearing your
jewel on the apron difficult as these positions can change frequently.
Most members of a lodge are not the officers. Some of the aprons shown on
the page
