Vintage 1958-1959 "A Short History of the Shrine" Booklet – AAONMS Masonic Shriners History by George M. Saunders
Product Overview:
Up for sale is an authentic, vintage fraternal booklet titled "A Short History of the Shrine" published by the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (AAONMS). This historical pamphlet covers "The Founding and Early Years" (Part I) of the Shriners organization.
Historical Features & Content:
- Author: Written by George M. Saunders, who served as the Imperial Recorder.
- Imperial Divan Officers: Includes a dedicated portraits page featuring the Imperial Divan Officers for the 1958–1959 term.
- Key Figure Portrait: Features a full-page introductory portrait of George E. Stringfellow, the Imperial Potentate and Trustee of the Crescent Temple.
- Graphic Elements: The striking gold cover includes the iconic Shriner crescent, scimitar, and sphinx emblem alongside the classic programmatic quote: "Pleasure is something that one takes out of this life, but Happiness is something that you share."
Condition Report:
This vintage paper booklet is in very good condition for its age. The covers retain strong gold coloration with minimal surface scuffing or edge wear. Internal pages are clean, crisp, and securely bound with original staples. There are no major tears, heavy stains, or distracting modern ink markings. Please closely review the provided photos to assess the physical condition details for yourself.
Shipping & Handling:
The item will be packaged with a protective archival sleeve and shipped inside a rigid cardboard mailer to ensure it arrives safely without bending or moisture damage.
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