Masonic Jewelry

When it comes to dressing in a suit, often it’s hard to seem like an individual in standard black or blue. However, how we dress is also interpreted as an expression of who we are, and it’s important to appear as an individual rather than another sheep. Most accessories aren’t suitable for wearing with a suit; a pendant or necklace for example will never be visible outside of a buttoned up shirt. Watches too are often hidden beneath our sleeves. Because of this, Masonic lapel pins are some of the best accessories to don when wearing a suit. Lapel pins can be displayed at all times and are well look great when worn on the collar of a suit jacket. In addition, Masonic lapel pins can help us express our proud Mason heritage.

When wearing a suit, be sure to have a lapel pin. It’s essential to appear as an individual during first impressions.

Father’s Day comes but once a year, and it’s important to celebrate all our dads have done for us. While dads do like to interact with their families and children on Father’s Day, most are also expecting a little something as a gift. But when we ask dad what he wants, the most common reply is “Oh all I want is your love and admiration”, or another phrase that is just as vague. There are a lot of cool gifts that dad is sure to love on his special day. Here are a few to consider:

_Masonic pendant – if dad is a Mason, he’s sure to like a Masonic pendant, ring, or even lapel pin.

_Barbeque tools – most dads love to barbeque, and with a set of barbeque tools, he might even be more inclined to cook on a regular basis!

_USB computer devices – whether it’s a drink warmer, portable fan, or a lava lamp, dads are sure to love fun USB computer devices.

Buzz Aldrin is an American aviator and astronaut who was the Lunar Module pilot on Apollo 11, the first lunar landing. He and mission commander Neil Armstrong were the first persons to land on the Moon; shortly afterward he became the second man to set foot on the Moon. Buzz like many other famous Masons wore a Master Mason Ring.

Actor, Singer. Major League Baseball Team Owner. Known by many as “The Singing Cowboy,” he is best remembered for his songs “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer,” and his theme song, “Back in the Saddle Again” (1941). Born Orvon Gene Autry near Tioga, Texas, he worked as a laborer for the St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad in Oklahoma after graduating from high school. According to Hollywood lore, he was discovered by Will Rogers, singing for his own amusement in a telegraph office in Oklahoma, and Rogers suggested he go to Hollywood.  To see a sample of a Blue Lodge Ring otherwise known as a Masonic Ring, visit Fox Jewelry

It’s well known that some of the most intelligent people in the military are found in the Air Force.  The Air Force works in tandem with various other branches of the military, most often the Navy, and Air Force pilots have some of the most demanding and complex jobs.  The Air Force is the often one of the first branches of the military to enter combat, whether supporting parachuting infantry, striking down enemy strongholds, or scouting for combatants.  The Air Force is one of the most respected branches of the military, and Air Force pilots often have extensive job offers even after retiring from the military.  Air Force pilots often become pilots for commercial airliners, flight instructors, or air traffic control personnel. 

For the special Air Force member in the family, consider purchasing Air Force rings for their retirement, induction, or successful campaign.  It’s important to support for our family and friends in the Air Force as their job is critical to the protection of our country.  Show support for an Air Force member with Air Force rings! 

June is the graduation month for millions of college students around the nation, marking a special time in their lives as they join the work force.  Around graduation time, it’s common for relatives and friends to throw their support behind college students, providing them with gifts for the future as well as those that might help offset student loans.  While cash tends to be the preferred gift amongst graduating college students, for those who want to give a gift with a bit more meaning, there are a number of items to consider.  For example, a high quality watch can serve to commemorate time spent in college, and the future, and for this consider Masonic watches, representing both tradition and style.  Masonic watches celebrate brotherhood, and help college students look towards a bright future and their contributions to society.

You can find Masonic watches at most retailers of fine jewelry, and remember to err on the side of caution when choosing sizes.  If the size of the wristband is too larger, that’s much better than it being too small!

My travels this week took me to Tampa Florida and the surrounding area. I wish that I would have had a chance to visit with some of my brothers in the Tampa area but unfortunately did not have the time. Shown above is a picture of Lodge # 25 in Tampa Florida.The building was completed in 1928, and was designed by a group of architects who were themselves members of the Freemasonic Fraternity. They donated their design to the Lodge. It is reported that they used architectural elements from three different Italian cathedral buildings in designing this edifice.Hillsborough Lodge currently has the largest membership of any Lodge in the State of Florida, with over 1200 subscribing members.  This building is the fourth to house Hillsborough Lodge No. 25, F&AM, since it was founded in 1850. Members of Lodge # 24 wear Masonic Rings similar to those found at Fox Jewelry.

While some might believe a watch from a renowned manufacturer like Rolex might be the finest watch in the world, there’s a certain component of value associated with fine timepieces.  While it’s possible to spend thousands of dollars on a Rolex watch and receive a fine timepiece, it’s also possible to spend a fraction of that amount and receive a timepiece that runs just as well and looks great.  Caravelle watches, by Bulova, are some of the finest timepieces in the world when it comes to value.  While a Caravelle watch won’t be made of 14k gold and studded with precious stones, it does keep excellent time, looks sleek, and from anywhere except directly under the nose, it looks just like even the most expensive watch.  Caravelle watches are durable and designed to withstand the test of time.  The bands are adjustable and comfortable, and the timepieces are accurate to just a couple fractions of a second. 

There’s no better value than a Caravelle watch, and with so may different designs, it’s possible for everyone to find the perfect watch to suit their individual tastes. 

Brother Marion Morrison, better known by his stage name “John Wayne” became an American movie icon, starring in over 140 films. Born in Winterset Iowa on May 26, 1907, he was initiated on July 9. 1970, passed July 10 and was raised July 11. On August 27 he returned his Master Mason proficiency and became a member of Marion McDaniel Lodge No. 5 in Tucson Arizona. Examples of Masonic Rings can be found at Fox Jewelry.