Vintage 1943 Masonic Jobs Daughters Presentation Gavel Sterling Silver Band Beth For Sale

Item Specifics
• Organization: Job's Daughters / Masonic / Freemasonry
• Type: Ritual Presentation Gavel
• Year / Date: 1943 (June 5, 1943)
• Material: Turned Ebonized Hardwood, Silver Band
• Chapter / Bethel: Bethel #104
• Recipient / Officer: Claramae Clem, H.Q. (Honored Queen)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Condition: Pre-owned, Excellent Vintage Condition
Listing Description:
Up for sale is a rare, one-of-a-kind vintage 1943 World War II-era Masonic Job's Daughters International (I.O.J.D.) Presentation Gavel.
This custom hand-engraved piece was presented by "Mother and Dad" to Honored Queen Claramae Clem of Bethel #104 on June 5, 1943, marking her installation as the presiding officer of her chapter. Bespoke wartime presentation gavels of this quality were custom-ordered through fraternal jewelers and are exceptionally scarce.
Key Features & Historical Inscriptions:
• Emblem: Features the applied triangular raised crest with the three daughters of Job (Jemima, Kezia, and Keren-Happuch) and the Latin motto "IYOB FILIAE" ("Daughters of Job").
• Custom Hand Engravings:
🟢 "CLARAMAE CLEM - H.Q." (Honored Queen)
🟢 "BETHEL #104"
🟢 "O. OF J.D. - 6-5-43"
🟢 "MOTHER AND DAD" with classic hand-cut accent flourishes.
• Materials: Solid turned hardwood with its original black lacquer/ebonized finish fitted with a high-relief presentation silver band.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The wood retains a deep, lustrous black finish with only light, honest handling wear. The silver band displays a rich, unpolished aged patina with razor-sharp lettering and crisp relief details.
Please review all high-resolution photos for close-up views of the craftsmanship, hallmarks, and condition.
Shipping & Handling:
Carefully wrapped and shipped in a sturdy box via USPS Ground Advantage with full tracking provided