{"product_id":"freemason-red-gold-masonic-tyler-sword-84cm-ceremonial-with-scabbard","title":"FREEMASON - Red Gold Masonic Tyler Sword - 84cm - Ceremonial with Scabbard","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eMasonic Tyler Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e combining traditional Freemasonry symbolism with a rich \u003cstrong\u003ered and gold ceremonial design\u003c\/strong\u003e. With its red velvet-covered handle, gold-plated steel hilt and pommel, Masonic symbols, 440 stainless-steel blade and matching scabbard, this sword is designed as a decorative and ceremonial display piece for \u003cstrong\u003eFreemasons, Masonic Lodges and collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTyler\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Tiler in some Masonic traditions, is the Lodge officer traditionally responsible for guarding the door of the Lodge from outside. The sword became closely associated with the Tyler's office and represents the duty of guarding the Lodge and controlling access to the meeting. UGLE specifically describes the Tyler as the officer responsible for guarding the Lodge door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Details\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masonic Tyler Sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Masonic ceremonial sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceremonial and decorative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 440 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e +\/- 84 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e +\/- 58 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated steel with Masonic symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePommel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated steel with Masonic symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel coated with red velvet\/fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, gold and silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative, ceremonial and collectible display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Masonic signs and symbols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMasonic Display \u0026amp; Freemason Gift\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRed Gold Masonic Tyler Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e is an eye-catching piece for \u003cstrong\u003eFreemasons, Tyler officers, Lodge members, Masonic collectors and enthusiasts of Freemasonry history\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of red velvet, gold-plated Masonic detailing, stainless-steel blade and included scabbard gives it a distinctive ceremonial presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMasonic History \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe sword has a long association with the office of the Tyler. Historical Masonic sources document the Tyler carrying a sword, with the sword serving as an \u003cstrong\u003eimplement of office and a symbol of guardianship\u003c\/strong\u003e. By 1738, at least in English Lodge jurisdictions, sources record that the Tyler was armed with a sword rather than the earlier trowel. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTraditional Masonic writings also associate the Tyler's sword with the \u003cstrong\u003eFlaming Sword of Genesis\u003c\/strong\u003e, described as guarding the way to the Tree of Life. Earlier Tyler swords were often described as wavy or flame-shaped, although straight blades were also used historically. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Masonic symbolism of the sword is particularly appropriate for a Tyler: it represents the responsibility of maintaining the boundary of the Lodge and symbolically keeping out what does not belong within it. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRed, Gold \u0026amp; Masonic Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe visual combination of \u003cstrong\u003ered and gold\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this Freemason sword a strong ceremonial appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ered velvet-coated steel handle\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a rich contrast against the gold-plated components, while the \u003cstrong\u003egold-plated steel hilt and pommel\u003c\/strong\u003e feature Masonic symbols and decorative details. The silver-colored stainless-steel blade completes the traditional sword appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe design incorporates traditional \u003cstrong\u003eMasonic signs and symbols\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly suitable as a Freemasonry display piece, Lodge decoration or collector's item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe sword is \u003cstrong\u003enot sharp and is intended for decorative and ceremonial purposes only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Otaku Ninja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44909875822643,"sku":"MS4-KAT0676","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/5066\/2707\/files\/KAT0676-1.jpg?v=1790152307","url":"https:\/\/otakuninja.com\/products\/freemason-red-gold-masonic-tyler-sword-84cm-ceremonial-with-scabbard","provider":"Otaku Ninja","version":"1.0","type":"link"}