Antique 1911 B.P.O.E. Hoboken Elks Lodge No. 74 Vanity Cut Glass Dresser Jar – Silverplate, Brass
Here we have a remarkable early 20th-century Vanity/Trinket Jar, commemorating a January 29, 1911 gathering of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (B.P.O.E.) at the Hoboken Lodge No. 74. This elongated vanity or dresser jar features a brilliant-cut glass base with a deeply faceted diamond-and-star pattern, topped by an ornately engraved silverplated, brass lid.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was founded in 1868 in New York City by a group of entertainers and theatrical workers originally known as the Jolly Corks—a social drinking club formed to circumvent local blue laws. After the death of one member left his family destitute, the group refocused its mission toward charitable work and mutual aid, adopting the elk as a symbol of noble strength and dignity. The organization grew rapidly into one of the largest fraternal orders in America, known for its philanthropy and civic involvement.
The lid is richly decorated and bears the following inscription:
"Jan. 29, 1911 – B.P.O.E. – Hoboken Lodge No. 74"
Also present is the classic Elks emblem—a clock striking 11 and the head of an elk crowned with antlers
Dimensions (approx.): 5 3/8"L x 7 1/8"W x 1 1/4"H
Condition:
Very good antique condition. The cut glass base is free from chips or cracks, with excellent clarity and sparkle. The silverplated lid shows honest age-related wear and patina and mostly worn off on the top, with some surface tarnish and oxidation in keeping with its 114-year history. Lid fits properly and remains structurally sound. Please closely inspect all of our photos and let us know if you have any questions!
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