European Pouch

Will M · 10th January 2021, 07:13 PM

I got lucky this time:
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthoped...ase-1922827075

Seems to be US manufacture most likely for a fratenal organization?

another: https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/7550...search_click=1

Seems no one can ID it.

fernando · 10th January 2021, 07:48 PM

The Spaniards.

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Will M · 10th January 2021, 08:11 PM

https://www.google.com/search?q=knig...h=789&biw=1440

sold on Ebay as Knights of Pythias.

The Order of the Knights of Pythias is a non-sectarian fraternal organization founded in 1864 by Justus Rathbone. Named to honor the ancient friendship of the two Roman figures, Damon and Pythias, the Knights sought "to gather into one mighty fraternity, worthy men who appreciate the true meaning of friendship." The organization also offered financial benefits to its members in the event of sickness or disability, and death benefits to the families of deceased members.

The Uniform Rank within the Knights of Pythias developed in 1878 from various drill corps organized by members. They marched in parades and participated in other public functions. The emblem of the group was a lily. Though popular when first organized, membership dwindled throughout the first part of the twentieth century and the Uniform Rank was removed from its status as an official auxiliary circa 1950.

rickystl · 13th January 2021, 07:40 PM

Will: Thank you very much for the I.D. Much appreciated. So, appears to be something something similar to the Knights of Columbus, just earlier.
Nothing very old, or over exciting. LOL

But again, appreciate everyone's help. Thanks.

Rick

10th January 2021, 07:48 PM	#2
fernando (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,694	The Spaniards. . Attached Images

10th January 2021, 08:11 PM	#3
Will M Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: In the wee woods north of Napanee Ontario Posts: 394	https://www.google.com/search?q=knig...h=789&biw=1440 sold on Ebay as Knights of Pythias. The Order of the Knights of Pythias is a non-sectarian fraternal organization founded in 1864 by Justus Rathbone. Named to honor the ancient friendship of the two Roman figures, Damon and Pythias, the Knights sought "to gather into one mighty fraternity, worthy men who appreciate the true meaning of friendship." The organization also offered financial benefits to its members in the event of sickness or disability, and death benefits to the families of deceased members. The Uniform Rank within the Knights of Pythias developed in 1878 from various drill corps organized by members. They marched in parades and participated in other public functions. The emblem of the group was a lily. Though popular when first organized, membership dwindled throughout the first part of the twentieth century and the Uniform Rank was removed from its status as an official auxiliary circa 1950. Attached Images Last edited by Will M; 10th January 2021 at 09:00 PM.

10th January 2021, 07:13 PM	#1
Will M Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: In the wee woods north of Napanee Ontario Posts: 394	I got lucky this time: https://www.worthpoint.com/worthoped...ase-1922827075 Seems to be US manufacture most likely for a fratenal organization? another: https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/7550...search_click=1 Seems no one can ID it.

13th January 2021, 07:40 PM	#4
rickystl Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: St. Louis, MO area. Posts: 1,630	Will: Thank you very much for the I.D. Much appreciated. So, appears to be something something similar to the Knights of Columbus, just earlier. Nothing very old, or over exciting. LOL But again, appreciate everyone's help. Thanks. Rick