The Master of Philately Degree
On May 19, 1947, during the fourth CIPEX (Centenary International Philatelic Exhibition) held in New York City, the Master of Philately Degree was first conferred. Originally managed by the Masonic Stamp Club of New York, the degree is now under the control of the George Washington Masonic Stamp Club (GWMSC) and is conferred once a year during our annual meeting in February.
The Master of Philately Degree is not to be confused with a degree of Freemasonry or an accolade from an accredited university — as with many degrees, its value is in the important lessons learned.
Interested in receiving the degree? Contact the George Washington Masonic Stamp Club, which meets at the George Washington Masonic Temple in Arlington, VA.