Antique Odd Fellows Gilded Brass Belt Buckle

Circa 1890 | Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF)
Size: 3" W x 2" H

This authentic antique Odd Fellows belt buckle, dating to circa 1890, is a striking example of late-19th-century fraternal regalia. Crafted in gilded brass, the buckle features classic Odd Fellows symbolism, representing the fraternity’s core values of friendship, love, and truth—a secret society founded in the early 1800s and deeply influential in American social history.

The front displays a richly aged surface with original patina, highlighting over a century of history and use. The reverse shows period-correct construction and wear consistent with age, further confirming its authenticity. Measuring 3 inches wide by 2 inches high, this buckle was designed to be worn proudly, often as part of ceremonial or lodge attire.

Highly sought after by collectors of fraternal artifacts, Victorian antiques, and secret society memorabilia, this buckle is not only a wearable piece of history but also a rare survivor from America’s Golden Age of fraternal orders.

A standout addition to any serious antique buckle collection or historical display.

• True 19th-century antique (c.1890)

• Documented Odd Fellows / IOOF secret society origin

• Gilded brass with original patina

• Scarcer than most early 20th-century lodge buckles

• Strong crossover appeal: antique collectors, fraternal historians, and buckle enthusiasts