Philanthropic Lodge No. 2463 – Founder’s Jewel (44.01 mm, 33.48 g). Presented 8 September 1974** Maker: (Hallmarked; maker’s mark present) Material: Gilt Metal with Enamel; original riband A finely produced Founder’s Jewel for Philanthropic Lodge No. 2463, presented in 1974 to Hon. Knight Sir A. E. Allen. The jewel is of star form, finished in gilt and centred with a richly enamelled roundel displaying the seated allegorical figure representing Justice, Truth, and Philanthropy, encircled by the lodge title: PHILANTHROPIC LODGE No. 2463 The jewel is suspended from its original green and pale blue riband with red centre stripe, surmounted by an ornate gilt bar bearing the word FOUNDER in blue enamel. The reverse is engraved with the full original presentation inscription: “Presented to Hon. Knight Sir A. E. Allen 8th September 1974” The original pin fitting and suspension remain intact. Condition: Very Fine. Enamel bright and intact; gilt with light handling wear only; engraving crisp and fully legible; ribbon original and clean with minimal age toning; fittings secure. A well-preserved late 20th-century Founder’s jewel.