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Member badge for the Deborah Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star

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A dark blue badge with a metal badge attached with the word: MEMBER. It states that the person possessing this badge is a member of the Deborah Chapter No. 15 O.E.S. with the insigna of the Order of the Eastern Star at the bottom. The reverse of this badge consists of a striped rainbow colored peice of fabric.The Order of the Eastern Star, est. in 1850, is a fraternal organization that both men and women can join. It is based on teachings from the Bible but is open to people of all theistic beliefs. Members of the Order are aged 18 and older; women must have specific relationships with Masons.
Format:
Metal, Paper, Plastic
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Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
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National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Smithsonian Institution

Keywords

  1. African American
  2. African Americans
  3. Communities
  4. Fraternal Organizations
  5. Order Of The Eastern Star
  6. Women

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