Fraternal Regalia I: Knights Templar

A collectors guide to the Orders, Degrees, Uniforms, Swords, Regalia, and Collectible Souvenirs of the Commandery of the Knights Templar of York Rite Freemasonry in America. A "must have" for Masonic and fraternal collectors, antique "pickers", and Templar historians. Masonic Knights Templar Regalia and Collectibles from 1800 to 1930. Hardbound 8/12 x 11. 230 pages; Over 500 high quality B&W photos and illustrations; Many period cabinet photos illustrating the various uniforms, regalia and activities of the Commandery of the Knights Templar; 51 swords illustrated from period regalia catalogs; 19 swords illustrated in detailed pictorials; Black Uniform and White uniforms described in detail; This book describes-Masonic Lodge Structure-York Rite Structure-Order of the Red Cross-Order of the Knights of Malta-Order of the Knights Templar-Ritual regalia-KT Rank & Insignia-The White Uniform-The Black Uniform-Fatigue uniform-Hats-Sashes-Swords & Daggers-Conclave Medals-Officers Jewels-Parade & Drill Teams-Mounted Commanderies-Symbology-Triennial Conclaves-Souvenirs-Pilgrimages-Badges-Ribbons-Jewelry