Masonic Emblem Radiator Cap, circa 1920

Summary

Car owners purchased aftermarket hood ornaments to express their individual personalities and beliefs. The buyer of this radiator cap, featuring the Square and Compasses symbol associated with Freemasonry, likely was a proud member of his local Masonic lodge -- and eager for others to know it.

Car owners purchased aftermarket hood ornaments to express their individual personalities and beliefs. The buyer of this radiator cap, featuring the Square and Compasses symbol associated with Freemasonry, likely was a proud member of his local Masonic lodge -- and eager for others to know it.

Artifact

Radiator cap

Date Made

circa 1920

Place of Creation

United States 

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

81.99.78

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal

Dimensions

Height: 3.875 in

Width: 5.625 in

Depth: 1.875 in

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