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ndependent Order of Odd Fellows Rebekah Degree Fraternal Pin by Bunde and Upmeyer Co - This fraternal pin is associated with the Rebekah Degree, the female auxiliary of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF). The pin is with a contrasting white-toned metal appliqué. The design features a top bar composed of three interlocking links, representing the IOOF motto of Friendship, Love, and Truth. Suspended from this bar is a shield-shaped pendant with scrollwork edges and a circular cutout. At the center of the cutout is a five-pointed star featuring a dove with an olive branch, the primary symbol of the Rebekah Degree. The reverse of the star bears the maker mark for Bunde and Upmeyer Co. of Milwaukee, consisting of a crowned shield containing the letter B followed by the characters BC. . The pin is accompanied by its original black hardshell presentation box. The interior lid of the box is printed in gold with the retailer information: THE LILLEY CO. COLUMBUS, OHIO. This specific retailer name indicates a production date between 1925 and 1931. Overall length: 1.25 inches Pendant width: 0.875 inches.