The Obelisk and Freemasonry By John M. Weisse M.D.
Publication: 1880 J.W. Bouton First Edition
Based on the discoveries of various explorers, Weisse attempts to demonstrate the ancient Egyptian roots of a variety of Masonic rites and symbols. Claiming correspondences between ancient Egyptian obelisks and Freemasonry.
Condition: Original turquoise cloth with custom obelisk gilt stamp on front board, gilt title on spine, custom endpapers, corners are slightly bumped, top and bottom of spine slightly turned in, the binding is still very tight, pages are clean and bright with no markings, overall the book is in Near Fine condition. Scarce!