Watch List notes:

Fraternal Society: Ancient Order of Druids, a magnificent glazed silver presentation jewel, 1865, for Lodge No. 2, openwork armorial design set on blue glass, a shield with three trees, male torso holding a club above and knight and druid supporters, partial wreath of National flowers, rev. engraved, Ancient Druids Presented by Lodge No. 2 to P. A. Edmd. Brown May 10th 1865, border and suspension loop of oak leaves and acorns, 105 x 74.5mm., in maroon leather fitted case of issue, much as made, extremely fine
The Ancient Order of Druids was founded in 1781 at the Old King's Arms Tavern in Poland Street, London, and at a time when the idea of voluntary societies and clubs was becoming popular. The founder is believed to be Henry Hurle, a builder and surveyor.
(150-200 GBP)