Check the listing for details. Marto - Masonic Sword, Deep Etching, Gold, 116 cm/46 inches. Condition: New. Listed at 282.00 USD. Throughout history, as an instrument of justice, truth, equality and firmness, swords have been used at every great event and have become imbued with great symbolism. For this reason, freemasons use swords in all their ceremonies.FREEMASONRY: “a philanthropic, institution intended to achieve an understanding of truth, the study of ethics and the practice of solidarity, working for the material and moral improvement of humanity, it is compatible with any religious or esoteric faith which does not annul the freedom of individuals”. Starting from the tradition of builders harking back to the “medieval masons and architects” freemasonry pursues the personal self-construction of the individual.This unique MASONIC SWORD contains a great many of the symbols used in the craft, particularly the compass and set square, the plumb line and the hammer, the sacred book and the eye of the Supreme Being, and the five-pointer star inscribed in the capital “G” of the Great.“WHAT YOU MAKE MAKES YOU”The handle is golden with contrasting red and the blade has a special etching in deep black.Overall: 116 cm/46 inchesWidth: 20 cmWeight: 2,9 kg A high quality sword from the exclusive Collection "Deep Etching Swords" made by MARTO. Certificate of Origin and Quality, Made In Toledo (Spain)