The Considerations in Wearing a Masonic Breast Jewel in Freemasonry The Freemasons honour their brothers at such a high degree because they know how intricate the processes are as far as the selection process is concerned. It is no simple thing, after all, to be declared as a Freemason brother. There is so much to be proven and so many tests to pass to even be considered for membership, and an unbelievable display of talent, knowledge, emotional well-being, and moral fibre would have to be seen to make one truly worthy of this privilege. Once a brother has been fully accepted into the group, an even greater form of respect is formed especially for those who have shown progress over the others. As brothers ascend in rank, different masonic regalia are also given to mark the degree at which they have improved not only as a Masonic brother, but as a human being. After all, moral, mental, and emotional aspects are considered as brothers ascend in rank and it is only admirable for them to be considered as seniors to people who are already, by default, deemed as a cut above normal people.
Wearing Masonic Jewels This amount of honour is something that is prominently displayed when one wears a lodge wear medal, otherwise known as a Masonic breast jewel. These jewels may fall under different categories to show its importance and what it symbolizes. Some of the most common categories are: Royal Arch Jewels Past Masters’ Jewels Centenary Jewels Founders’ Jewels Charity Jewels
A Masonic breast jewel is worn on the left breast. There may be times when a Freemason has to wear not just one Masonic breast jewel, but several of them. In this case, they are still worn on the left breast and in the same order as they are listed above, lined up from left to right (from the view of the person wearing them). It should be noted however, that although the Past Masters’ Jewel is on this list as one of the many kinds of jewels, it is not worn in the Royal Arch. There are different designs that come with every piece of breast jewel. Of course, these designs always carry the symbols that represent the culture and heritage of the Freemasons. It is the Grand Master’s task to approve jewel designs before they are worn, as there are certain rules and guidelines within the Book of Constitution that would have to be followed. The term ‘jewels’ can be quite confusing, as this is also used to refer to pendants that lodge officers and other members might wear. To avoid confusion between the two, it is always better to call them by their specific names, and differentiate them as either breast jewels or collar jewels. Welcome to the Masonic Collection; a leading manufacturer and supplier of Masonic Regalia and finest quality Masonic breast jewel. We specialise in and have an extensive range of Ladies Masonic gifts. Call us today or visit our website http://masoniccollection.co.uk