Masonic Certificate Possibly 1796 - 1954

This Masonic certificate, possibly created between 1796 and 1954, is an engraved print by the renowned silversmith and revolutionary Paul Revere. The certificate, framed by two columns topped by figures, features an angel flying above with a banner reading "And the DARKNESS comprehended it not. In the EAST place of light," symbolizing enlightenment. The certificate, created for a Masonic lodge, attests to a member's initiation and affirms their acceptance into the brotherhood. This engraved print exemplifies the visual artistry of Paul Revere's work, demonstrating the symbolic nature of the Masonic order through its intricate details.