Masonic Rings

The square and compasses, often with the letter G at the center, is the best-known symbol of Freemasonry. The square stands for acting honestly and fairly with others, and the compasses for keeping your desires and passions within due bounds.

By long Masonic tradition, a ring bearing the square and compasses is worn only by a Master Mason, a brother who has been raised to the Third Degree. Entered Apprentices and Fellowcrafts wait until they are raised before wearing one. Our Masonic rings are made in New York City, USA.

• Master Mason rings carry the square and compasses with the G, the emblem of the Third Degree.
• Past Master rings carry the Past Master emblem, made up of the compasses, the square, the sun and the quadrant, the quarter-circle arc marked in degrees. They are for brothers who have served as Worshipful Master of their lodge.
• Scottish Rite rings feature the double-headed eagle, for 32nd and 33rd Degree Masons.
• Shriner rings show the scimitar, crescent, Sphinx head and star of Shriners International.
• Knights Templar rings carry the cross of the Knights Templar, an order of the York Rite.

Every Masonic ring we make is solid back. Choose the look that fits you:

• Signet rings feature a flat or slightly domed face (bezel) engraved with a family crest, monogram or personal symbol.
• Class rings look like a high school or college class ring, with a stone at the top, sometimes with the Masonic emblem set on top of the stone.
• Statement rings are bold, heavier designs. Some have a center gemstone and some feature the emblem alone. Gemstones can be simulated, lab created or genuine; each product description says which.
• Bands are ring bands featuring the Masonic emblem.

Choose 0.925 sterling silver, 10K gold or 14K gold, in yellow or white gold, or two-tone: sterling silver with a 10K or 14K yellow gold emblem, or all gold mixing yellow and white gold. Every ring is hallmarked 925, 10K or 14K. Our guide to sterling silver vs. 10K vs. 14K gold compares their color, durability, price and care.

Masonic rings come in men's sizes 8 to 14, including half sizes. Need a smaller or larger size? Contact us.

A wide, solid ring fits more snugly than a thin band, so consider going up a half size. Our ring size guide shows how to measure at home.

There is no single rule. Some brothers wear the points of the compasses toward themselves as a personal reminder of their obligations, and others wear them facing outward for others to see. Many simply follow the custom of their lodge.

Only a Master Mason. Family members and others who are not Masons should not wear a Masonic ring, even to honor a loved one. Rings for the Scottish Rite, the Shrine and the Knights Templar are worn by members of those bodies, who are all Master Masons.