K of P plate

[jhamner]

Has anyone ever seen one of these old brass Knights of Pythias plates? I know that they were organized in 1864, but I'm not sure how soon after that these plates were produced. I would love to hear from anyone who can date this plate for me. I'm also looking to find a value for this piece.. Thanks!

 

[Backwoodsbob]

That's nice. Is that a belt buckle?plate?

 

[jhamner]

That's nice. Is that a belt buckle?plate?

Yes--a buckle, although some people call them plates. Not quite sure why!

 

[Backwoodsbob]

Ok, Thanks. A man can learn something new everyday for life, if he tries.

 

[jhamner]

Ok, Thanks. A man can learn something new everyday for life, if he tries.

I'm still learning too!!!

 

[Backwoodsbob]

Keep your mind open and let the knowledge flow in.

 

[jhamner]

Keep your mind open and let the knowledge flow in.

Amen to that!

 

[deepsecrets]

Looks like probably mid-late 1800's vintage

https://www.etsy.com/listing/97642478/1800s-belt-buckle-knights-of-pythias

 

[jhamner]

Looks like probably mid-late 1800's vintage

https://www.etsy.com/listing/97642478/1800s-belt-buckle-knights-of-pythias

Fantastic!--Thanks so much for the link!

 

[Backwoodsbob]

I had never heard of them. It's been a good day at school.keep it flowing

 

[duggap]

They are called "plates" because they are solid. A buckle is not solid.

They have an interesting history. Check this out.http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...Da3WimTM05GgTiK_A&sig2=CmtbJuW7brqhN49vLGbneg

 

[sutphin]

TNET NUMBER ONE SITE FOR KNOWLEDGE ... NEAT BUCKLE .

 

[jhamner]

TNET NUMBER ONE SITE FOR KNOWLEDGE ... NEAT BUCKLE .

Agreed! Thanks to everyone!