Own a piece of fraternal history with this Odd Fellows Membership Ribbon Pin from Villisca, Iowa Lodge No. 219. This vintage pin represents the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), a historic fraternal organization dedicated to charity, community service, and the personal and moral development of its members. Founded on principles of Friendship, Love, and Truth, the Odd Fellows provided mutual aid, supported local charities, and established homes for orphans and the elderly.
 
The Villisca Lodge No. 219 was part of this long-standing tradition, fostering a sense of brotherhood and civic duty in the small but historically significant town of Villisca, Iowa. Nestled in Montgomery County, Villisca is best known for its railroad heritage and its connection to the infamous Villisca Axe Murders of 1912, a mystery that still intrigues historians and paranormal enthusiasts today.
 
This authentic Odd Fellows pin is a meaningful keepsake for collectors, historians, and those fascinated by the rich fraternal traditions of the past. It features a brass medallion on one side showing the all-seeing eye, the words "Villisca Lodge, No. 219 IOOF Villisca, Iowa" in silver lettering on the front and the back, and it is made of silk with gold stitching. 
 
Please see all photos for condition. It's in great shape overall for its age (likely dating from the late 1890s to the early 1900s). It measures about 9" in length.