JEMS Rings Knights Of Columbus Marquis 3rd Dg ring $ 99

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Knight Of Columbus MARQUIS 3rd Degree Ring Stainless Steel / Hard Emamel Emblem Remember, it is called: The MARQUIS Kof C 3rd Degree. Note: The ring shown is "GOLD FIRED" which is an annealing process that is done to the ring to turn stainless steel to a "honey gold" color. This auction is for regular stainess steel, but I do not have a photo of one without the firing at this time. 3rd Degree Emblem The Emblem of the Order dates from the Second Supreme meeting, May 12, 1883, when it was designed by James T. Mullen, who was then the first Supreme Knight. A quick glance at the Emblem indicates a shield mounted upon a cross similar to a Maltese cross, turned sideways. The shield is that associated with a medieval Knight. The cross of Malta is the representation, in a traditionally artistic design, of the Cross of Christ through which all graces of redemption were procured for mankind. This, then, represents the Catholic spirit of the Order. Mounted on the shield are three objects; a mace standing vertically, and crossed behind it, an anchor and a dagger or short sword. The mace from Roman days of authority, which must exist in any tightly-bonded and efficiently operating organization. The anchor is the mariner's symbol for Columbus, patron of the Order, while the short sword or dagger was the weapon of the Knight when engaged upon an errand of mercy. Thus the shield expresses Catholic Knighthood in organized merciful action, and with the letters K. of C., it proclaims this specific form of activity. The red, white, and blue in the background of the shield and the foreground of the Cross of Malta are the colors of our beloved country As such, red is the color of stout-hearted courage, of pulsing activity and a full measure of devotion. Blue is the symbol of hope, of calm tranquility under God, and of confidence in the protection of our country, established under God. White is the symbol of nobility of purpose, of purity of aim, and of crucible-tried ideals to be carried out. Faith, Hope, Charity But t is another symbolism of color in red, white, and blue. This is the ecclesiastical symbolism in which red becomes the reflection of the drops of Christ's redemptive blood, shed upon Calvary, and of the Martyr's blood shed in defense of the faith. Red, then, is the symbol of Faith, of belief in Christ, in the Redemption, and in the mission of every man to spread the knowledge and love of...Jesus Christ. White is the color of the Eucharistic Host, pledge of God's Eucharistic presence among men, of the infinite love God had for man, and of the overwhelming affection which the God-man had for each individual. White then is the symbol of Christ-like Charity. Blue is the color of Our Lady's mantle, in which she draped her beloved Son, through Whom salvation came to a sinful world. Blue is then the symbol of Hope. Brothers, be thus edified of the meaning of this, the noble Emblem of our Order. Always wear it with Pride, Dignity, and Honor, and be inspired to live the virtues it proclaims. This Rolex of rings is hand made of stainless steel and the emblem is affixed with Loctite's structrual adhesive for a permanent bond. This adhesive is actually better than soldering emblems to the ring as it has greater surface coverage for maximum adhesion. *** RING SIZING *** You MUST have your ring size verifed recently. It takes nearly a whole day to make a ring so I ask that you do not use the cheap plastic sizers. Go to a place that sells jewelry and do it right. I accept 1/2 sizes from size 6 to 20. If you are under size 6 please inquire. Please send your ring size with your payment. *** TO THE LADIES *** It is not recommended to surprise your loved one. Using a ring they have that "supposedly fits" has caused me to redo too many rings in the past. Please take your loved one and get his finger sized. I can assure you that it is much better to get a ring that fits after waiting to have a hand sculptured ring made. Thanks for your cooperatio... read more

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