Vintage Catholic Bible with Union-Made Wooden Box, Nashville

A truly unique piece of Catholic and American history. This vintage Catholic Bible comes housed in a beautifully preserved wooden box marked as being made by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, with markings referencing Nashville and 1904. The box also includes the union emblem and references to the organization being established in 1881.

Inside, the Bible is in remarkably good condition and features a beautiful image of Jesus with welcoming, outstretched arms.

Adding to the historical significance of this piece is a handwritten memorial note tucked inside that reads:

“Our deepest sympathy”
United Steelworkers of America
Local Union No. 1663
AFL-CIO
Hibbing, MN

The combination of the Catholic Bible, early 20th-century union-made wooden box, and Hibbing, Minnesota union memorial note makes this a particularly interesting piece for collectors of Catholic history, vintage Bibles, religious antiques, labor history, Minnesota history, union memorabilia, and Americana.

Details:

• Vintage Catholic Bible
• Original wooden presentation/storage box
• United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
• Nashville marking
• Union markings referencing 1904 and organization founded in 1881
• Bible is in excellent vintage condition
• Image of Jesus with welcoming arms
• Includes handwritten United Steelworkers of America Local Union No. 1663 AFL-CIO sympathy/memorial note from Hibbing, Minnesota
• Wonderful piece of Catholic, labor, and Minnesota history

A fascinating vintage Bible with a unique story connecting faith, craftsmanship, organized labor, and Minnesota history.