18th Degree Scottish Rite Collar – Knight Rose Croix Crimson Moiré

Description

18th Degree Scottish Rite Collar – Knight Rose Croix Crimson Moiré

18th Degree Scottish Rite collar for Knight Rose Croix carries the distinction of one of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite’s most recognized degrees in a piece that presents that standing without understatement. Deep crimson moiré ribbon forms the full 110-millimeter wide collar body, and the watermark pattern woven into the fabric surface gives the collar a dimensional texture that plain satin or grosgrain cannot produce — visible across the Chapter room under ceremony lighting as a subtle but persistent indicator of quality. The V-fall drops cleanly from the black-lined neck band, and the black inner lining provides the formal contrast at the collar edge that Rose Croix degree tradition maintains.

The central badge commands the lower fall with the authority the 18th Degree demands. A Rose Croix cross in black and gold occupies the full badge field, its arms finished with ornate gold border detailing and a red rose set precisely at the center intersection. The cross form identifies Knight Rose Croix membership directly, and the combination of black, gold, and red within the badge reflects the degree’s symbolic color tradition without requiring explanation among brethren who have received the degree. Badge construction carries the dimensional depth that hand-finished gold work produces, with the ornate border detail at each cross arm reading clearly against the crimson moiré ground.

At 110 millimeters, the collar ribbon width sits at the correct proportion for Scottish Rite Chapter collar wear, wide enough to carry the Rose Croix badge at its full size without crowding the fall edges, and structured enough to drape flat across the chest without rolling at the outer border. Moiré ribbon at this width holds its body through active Chapter wear, maintaining the collar’s composed flat profile from the opening of the Chapter through the degree working and closing. The black fabric back lining runs the full inner surface, providing the collar’s formal reverse finish and the smooth inner face that sits against formal dress without snagging.

Scottish Rite Chapter occasions at the 18th Degree carry specific ceremonial expectations, and the collar worn by Knight Rose Croix members at those gatherings reflects the gravity of the degree. The crimson moiré body, the black and gold Rose Croix cross badge with its red rose center, and the clean black-lined neck band combine into a piece that communicates 18th Degree standing with the composed certainty that AASR ceremonial tradition demands.

The gold clasp at the crown secures the collar at the neck center with a clean single-action fastening, allowing the full 110-millimeter wide fall to drape evenly across both shoulders and hold its centered position through the complete ceremony without requiring adjustment.

Product Features

Deep crimson moiré ribbon collar body, 110 mm wide

Watermark-patterned moiré weave in deep crimson runs the full collar fall at 110 millimeters, providing the textured surface depth and structural body that holds a flat composed drape through active Chapter wear.

Rose Croix cross badge in black, gold, and red rose center

Large central badge on the lower fall presents the Knight Rose Croix cross with ornate gold border detailing at each arm and a red rose at the center intersection, identifying 18th Degree AASR membership with ceremonial authority.

Black fabric inner lining

Full black lining on the collar reverse provides the formal contrast visible at the neck band edge, sits smoothly against formal dress without snagging, and completes the collar’s presentation on both faces.

Gold clasp at collar crown

Single-action fastening at the neck center secures the collar cleanly and holds the wide fall evenly across both shoulders through the full degree working without mid-ceremony loosening.

Specifications

• Color: Deep crimson moiré ribbon
• Ribbon width: 110 mm
• Fabric: Moiré ribbon with watermark pattern
• Back: Black fabric lining
• Badge: Rose Croix cross, black and gold with red rose center, ornate gold border detailing
• Badge position: Lower fall, centered
• Fastening: Gold clasp at crown
• Degree: 18th Degree — Knight Rose Croix
• Order: Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite (AASR)

FAQ

Q: Which degree and order is this collar made for?

A: This collar is made for the 18th Degree Knight Rose Croix of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. The crimson moiré body, Rose Croix cross badge, and black lining follow the ceremonial collar tradition established for that degree.

Q: What is moiré ribbon and how does it differ from plain satin?

A: Moiré ribbon carries a watermark pattern woven into the fabric surface, producing a dimensional texture that catches light differently across its face. This gives the collar greater visual depth than plain satin or grosgrain alternatives at the same width.

Q: How wide is the collar ribbon?

A: The collar ribbon measures 110 millimeters wide. This width accommodates the full Rose Croix cross badge at its correct proportions and provides the structural body needed for the collar to drape flat through active Chapter wear.

Q: What colors appear in the central badge?

A: The Rose Croix cross badge combines black cross arms, ornate gold border detailing at each arm, and a red rose centered at the cross intersection. These three colors reflect the symbolic color tradition of the 18th Degree directly.

Q: Does the collar have a lining on the inner face?

A: Yes. A full black fabric lining covers the inner collar face, providing formal contrast at the neck band edge and a smooth surface that sits cleanly against formal dress wear without snagging during ceremony use.