Antique AOUW Ancient Order United Workmen Fraternal Medal Badge Anchor Shield For Sale

Antique Ancient Order of United Workmen (A.O.U.W.) fraternal medal featuring an ornate circular medallion suspended beneath a decorative metal bar.

The front displays the organization's traditional shield and anchor emblem, with A.O.U.W. lettering at the center and portions of the Latin motto “Alterum Alterius Auxilio Eget” worked into the surrounding design. The piece also features raised stars, radiating lines, scrollwork, and contrasting gold-tone accents.

The A.O.U.W. was established in 1868 and became an important early American fraternal benefit society, providing mutual financial assistance and insurance-style benefits to members and their Ancient Order of United Workmen