Official Fez
Dramatic Order Knights of Khorassan
Tehamah 150
The DOKK is apparently an auxiliary of the Knights of Pythias. This fez apparently came from Tehama County, in northern California.
The Virtual Museum of Fezology states, "Interestingly, the DOKK is probably one of the most helpful of
organizations to collectors, as each “official fez” bears the signature
of the Imperial Secretary at the time of its creation." This particular fez (which includes the little bag it is stored in) has the signature of A.L. Frey, Imperial Secretary.
If I am not mistaken, this fez could be anywhere from 84 to 98 years old! Sure doesn't look it.
Thanks for visiting the Virtual Museum of Fezology!
ReplyDeleteA.L. Frey was Imperial Secretary beginning in 1915. He retired sometime before 1942, although I don't have an exact date.
Enjoy your fez and its history!
Fraternally,
Seth C. Anthony
Curator of the Virtual Museum of Fezology
Thanks Seth! Your website is wonderful and easy to navigate. Nice work. Now that I know how old that headgear is, I'll treat it with a bit more dignity and try to keep that tassel away from the cats.
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