Victorian Masonic Ball Pendant mid-century surrounded by a ring of

surrounded by a ring of fine millegrain and scrolled openwork around the gallery and shoulders

Wellington claimed he did

since ancient times

the cap became associated with liberty and freedom

Victorian Masonic Ball Pendant mid-century surrounded by a ring ofAn especially good quality antique masonic ball (or orb) pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th century. These remarkable little oddities come in the form of a sphere with four hinged 'arms' at the top that hold it all together. When removed, the cleverly hinged ball opens out into a cross shape, with six pyramids pointing upwards. Each of the pyramids' faces is then carved with a different masonic symbol: the classic Square & Compass, a