The
George Washington National Masonic Memorial
pays
homage to the United States' first president and his affiliation with
Freemasonry. After Washington's death, many of his belongings were put away for
safekeeping, but a fire destroyed some of these precious artifacts. In
response to this, many of the Masonic leaders came together to plan a memorial
that would both honor Washington, and protect Washington-related artifacts. Thus
the memorial was created, which features a 333-foot (101-meter) granite tower
modeled after an ancient lighthouse in Alexandria, Egypt, which visitors can
climb. Visitors to the memorial can also go on guided tours that explore the
various famous artifacts - including a Washington family Bible and the clock a
doctor stopped the moment that Washington died.
> K&O Co. (Kronheimer & Oldenbusch)
> Material- Brass
> Theme- Stagecoach
> Markings- GEO WASHINGTON MASONIC MEMORIAL on side of
stagecoach
> Could be used as a paperweight or a single cigarette ashtray
> Size- Approximately 2 1/2" long x 1 1/4" wide x 1 3/4" tall
> Weight- Approximately 110 grams
