Rare/Antique IORM Minnesota Historical Banner "Improved Order Of Red Men" Membership Prize Banner Start Price USD 1,500.00 Current Price USD 1,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, September 24, 2008 End Time Friday, October 24, 2008 Location Minnesota See more about 'Rare/Antique IORM Minnesota Historical Banner' Description Rare/Antique 'IORM' Minnesota Historical Banner Rare/Antique 'IORM' MN Membership Historical Banner "Improved Order Of Red Men" Beautiful Museum Piece. Banner reads: PRIZE BANNER Improved Order of Red Men Reservation Minnesota For Tribe Showing Largest Increase In Membership IMPROVED ORDER OF RED MEN History: This I.O.R.M. artifact dates back to an earlier time in American History. The Fraternity was founded in 1765 and was originally known as The Sons of Liberty. These patriots concealed their identities and worked "underground" to help establish freedom and liberty in the Early Colonies. They patterned themselves after the great Iroquois Indian nation and its democratic governing body. Their system with elected representatives to governing tribal councils had been in existence for several centuries. These early Patriots were responsible for the Boston Tea Party. Famous Red Men include, George Washington, Samuel Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, John Hancock, Richard M. Nixon, Thomas Paine, Paul Revere, Theodore Roosevelt, Warren G. Harding, and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Fabric: Silk Banner. Gold Metal Fringe/Tassel. Colors: Brilliantly detailed. Ruby Red and Cobalt Blue. Measurements: 56" Length (from Tab-Fringe) + 8" Gold Metal Tassel. x 35" Wide. Also Include: Gold Cord/Rope with Metal Fringe Tassel - Over 135" Length. Weight: 3.5 lbs. Condition: Amazing! Full of Beauty and Character. It has Aged Gracefully and I could sit and look at this Beautiful Museum Piece all day. Please note: Banner & Cord have been rigged up with a curtain rod hanging against a gilded framed mirror for photo taking/listing. (Rod and mirror not included.) As Is. When looking closely . . . this beauty has it's flaws which include crackling paint and silk separations. Please review photos. email questions are welcome. Enjoy! View all items in my Gallery ~~~ PAYMENT TERMS: Auctions must be paid for within 3 days of ending date. The winning bidder should respond to email invoice within (24) hours of auction end, payment within (3) days of auction end. Paypal Instant Payment is preferred, (please NO Paypal eChecks). Please email before Bidding if Paypal Instant payment is not an option for you. We would like to work something out. Thank You. ~~ RETURNS & EXCHANGES: that*s-fabulous guarantees all merchandise to be exactly as described. It’s important that you love your item and enjoy it for years to come. As a traditional auction, all items are sold as is. No returns or refunds. We make every effort to describe items to the best of our ability. Most items listed are vintage and used, therefore they are sold "As Is." If somethings not right, let us know. ~~ SHIPPING CHARGES: Most items are sent USPS Priority Mail. Insurance is optional; we hold no responsibility once the item has been shipped For further information feel free to contact us. ~~~ thank you! Affordable Auction Management and Image Hosting Solutions @ inkFrogOn Sep-23-08 at 19:26:13 PDT, seller added the following information: Place a Bid!