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Emblem Of Merit And Description
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Emblem Of Merit And Description

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Object NameCertificate
Mediumpaper
ClassificationsSocieties
DimensionsOverall: Height: 91 cm, Width: 60.8 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1991 by Mr R M Galloway.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS021734
Keywords
About MeRose and Thistle was the first lodge of the British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners to be established in Aberdeen. This was in April of 1880 and was initially under the care of the Kirkaldy District Branch. By 1887 six lodges existed and in September of that year it was decided to form an Aberdeen District Branch. The BOAFG, like similar societies, was a friendly society which aimed to help members in times of sickness and need. The Free Gardeners adopted rituals and symbols which owed much to those of freemasons. The influence of the Order spread throughout the North East of Scotland with lodges being set up in places such as Boddam, Elgin, Ballater and Oldmeldrum. In the 20th century the gradual introduction of state pensions and benefits began to undermine the economic basis of the BOAFG and there was a long period of decline in membership. In 1987, in the Aberdeen Branch's centenary year, the order was dissolved.
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2 Certificates, One Note
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Four Blue Silk Sashes
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Badge Of Merit Certificates
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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13 Cards with Symbols of the British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
20th Century
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Blue Silk Sash
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Banner Friendly Society Annual Delegation Being Held Here
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Challenge Shield
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
c. 1928
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Whist League Championship
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Presentation Of Ambulance
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1942-09
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Papers On Reconstruction Of Society
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Juvenile Members List
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Accounts/Scrap Book
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1919-1932
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Challenge Trophy
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1950-1999
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38 Annual Reports
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1916-1987
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22 Amd Reports
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1961-1987
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Minutes/Statement Of Accounts
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1952-1987
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Delegate Meetings Reports
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1948-1987
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Minute Book
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1889-1896
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Secretary's Book
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1950-1999
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10 Badges/Medals:P.W.M
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
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Lodge Founding Charter
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
21-Oct-1891
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Invitation To Dinner
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
23-Aug-1951
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3 Dinner Menus
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
1951-1957
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Charles Simpson
British Order of Ancient Free Gardeners
c. 1888