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Bob W

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Came across a bunch of local Masonic items including swords, books, costumes, and items from historic lodges that folded into this one. When the lodge downsized a few years ago, it seems they had to get rid of a bunch of stuff. A hoarder in-law of mine couldn't bear to see anything thrown out, so he piled it into his personal warehouse.
From my understanding of the makers mark, this was made in 1925 or earlier. Any clarification on that would be appreciated.
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Found this text online:
From 1865 to 1881 the name was the “M. C. Lilley & Co.”. In 1882 after the death Of Mr. Lilley the name changed to “The M. C. Lilley & Co.” and remained such until 1925 when it was shortened to “The Lilley Co.”. The Company was merged with the Henderson-Ames Company of Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1931 and the name was changed to “The Lilley-Ames Company” until 1951 when it was sold to C. E. Ward. It operated under the name of “Lilley Ames Co.” until 1953. It went out of business in 1965.

Because the maker's mark isn't The MC Lilley & Co, this sword dates between 1865 - 1881?
There are swords with "The" in the name, so those are 1882 - 1925?
Any clarification or correction in this matter is appreciated.
Either date range would fit the owner: this sword belonged to "Frank Henning," (1858-1932).
 
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