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Vintage 10K Gold Masonic Order of DeMolay Enamel Seed Pearl Sword Lapel Pin:
$150.00
This listing features an authentic vintage lapel pin from the Order of DeMolay, a prominent Masonic youth organization. Crafted from 10K yellow gold, the main pin is designed as an ornate heraldic shield topped by a detailed knight's helmet. The shield bears a dark royal blue enamel background and a golden cross displaying the letters "D," "M," "O," and "L.” Its border is meticulously set with 10 genuine white seed pearls. A separate scimitar sword guard pin is attached by an integrated 10K gold safety chain and serves as an additional anchor.The main shield pin measures approximately 5/8 inch in height. The set is in pristine condition, with flawless enamel, all 10 original pearls securely intact, and a fully functional pin-back mechanism.The Order of DeMolay was founded in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1919 by Frank S. Land under the guidance of Freemasonry (en.wikipedia.org). The organization was named after Jacques de Molay, the 23rd and final Grand Master of the Knights Templar (manorialcounselltd.co.uk). Historical records state that King Philip IV of France, who was heavily indebted to the Templars, ordered the arrest and torture of the knights in 1307 (wikipedia.org). In March 1314, after Jacques de Molay courageously retracted his forced confessions to protect his comrades, the king ordered his execution by burning at the stake on an island in the River Seine (wikipedia.org).The symbolism of this pin honors that history. The 10 seed pearls along the shield’s edge represent the youth chapter’s nine founding members and their mentor. The attached scimitar sword guard serves as a reminder of the medieval Crusader history, chivalry, and fidelity associated with the order's namesake.Every item is carefully prepared and arrives ready for gifting.
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