Masonic symbols and emblems hold great significance to members of the order of Freemasons (Masons). There are several different styles of Masonic swords, and

each style can use different colored metals such as silver, gold, brass and bronze to

form the blade, hilt, pommel and other parts of the sword. 

 

Each style of Masonic

Sword can also bear several different engraved Masonic symbols and emblems,

each symbol or emblem having its own significance in the Masonic world. Masonic swords often have colored

 inlays that also add to their visual appeal, and they are sometimes set with gems or jewels. Masonic daggers - shorter versions of Masonic swords with blades that are only 12 to 14 inches long - also exist, and these are also highly decorated with Masonic symbols such as the Compass and Square.

 

Masonic Swords are grounded in honor, history, and tradition:

 

Swords in general have traditionally and historically been viewed as instruments of might, justice, honor, integrity and truth. They have been used for thousands of years, not just as weapons, but also as symbolic instruments that indicate status.