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Newsletter Archive - 2020

Explore our collection of quarterly newsletters from the Firemark Circle of Americas

The Signevirist - Fall 2020

October 2020 Volume 49 Issue 4

The Fire Mark Circle of the Americas releases a comprehensive guide to tin fire marks, featuring an alphabetical list by insurance company name and a checklist by Bulau number, aiming to provide a more accurate understanding of these historical marks rarity and value. Members are encouraged to contribute their collections to help update the guide.

The Signevirist - Summer 2020

July 2020 Volume 49 Issue 3

The Fire Mark Circle of the Americas newsletter highlights a rare Mechanic Fire Company hat, featuring a portrait of Pat Lyon, a blacksmith and fire engine manufacturer, and shares stories of Lyons life and the hats owner, R. Sparks. The newsletter also touches on historical events, including the Bank of Pennsylvania robbery and the Battle of Gettysburg.

The Signevirist - Spring 2020

April 2020 Volume 49 Issue 2

The Fire Mark Circle of the Americas newsletter highlights the postponement of the annual convention due to COVID-19, while still planning to hold an auction with a variety of items, including fire marks. The newsletter also features an article on American fire marks, specifically the Acme Insurance Companys fire mark.

The Signevirist - Winter 2020

January 2020 Volume 49 Issue 1

The Fire Mark Circle of the Americas newsletter, the Signevierist, highlights the transition to a new editorial committee and explores ways to expand content beyond fire marks, including contributions from fire memorabilia collectors.

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