32nd Degree Scottish Rite Chain Collar – Gold Plated Black Velvet Wings Up

Description

32nd Degree Scottish Rite Chain Collar – Gold Plated Black Velvet Wings Up

32nd Degree Scottish Rite Chain Collar rests on black velvet backing that runs the full collar perimeter from front opening to the rear neck curve. Velvet backing on a chain collar serves two functions simultaneously: it protects dress uniform fabric from direct metal contact across an extended ceremonial evening, and it provides the visual ground that makes gold plated chain link work read with maximum contrast from across the chapter room. Black velvet absorbs surrounding light rather than reflecting it, which is precisely why gold plating appears brightest when mounted against it.

The chain itself is constructed from individual gold plated links running in a continuous connected sequence around the collar. Each link carries detailed casting work visible at close range, with the Scottish Rite degree motifs pressed into the link face during the casting process before plating is applied. Gold plating is applied over a base metal casting, depositing a gold-tone layer across every surface of each link including the recessed detail areas. That coverage across the recessed zones is what separates quality chain collar plating from basic surface coating, which typically leaves recessed areas in the base metal tone.

A wings-up design is expressed through the link motifs running the collar length, with eagle wings oriented upward in the casting of the primary links. The wings-up orientation carries specific 32nd Degree Scottish Rite significance, and its consistent repetition across every primary link in the chain maintains that symbolic statement around the full collar circumference. A compass and square motif appears as a secondary design element within the chain link pattern, the foundational Masonic symbol present within the Scottish Rite degree framework.

A gold chain safety drape connects the two front collar ends, visible hanging across the chest opening when the collar is worn. This secondary chain prevents the collar from separating at the front during movement and adds a finishing detail to the collar’s front presentation. A jewel pendant hangs from the collar at the front center point, suspended from the chain link construction at the lowest point of the collar curve. The jewel sits against the chest as the primary focal identifier of the 32nd Degree rank.

The black velvet backing is cut and shaped to follow the collar curve precisely, sitting flush against the shoulder and chest without bunching or lifting at the curve transitions. The velvet surface remains consistent in pile depth across the full backing width, maintaining its light-absorbing quality around the complete collar circumference.

The gold plating maintains its tone across the link surface detail without dulling at the high-contact points where links join and flex during wear.

Product Features

Gold Plated Chain Links with Wings-Up Scottish Rite Casting

Individual links carry detailed wings-up casting with gold plating applied across all surfaces including recessed detail zones, maintaining consistent gold coverage around the full collar.

Black Velvet Full Perimeter Backing

Velvet backing runs the complete collar curve, protecting dress uniform from direct metal contact while providing maximum contrast ground for the gold plated chain work.

Compass and Square Motif Within Link Pattern

The foundational Masonic symbol appears as a secondary design element within the chain link casting, present throughout the Scottish Rite degree framework visible on this collar.

Gold Safety Chain Across Front Opening

A secondary gold chain connects the two front collar ends, preventing separation during movement and completing the front chest presentation when the collar is worn.

32nd Degree Jewel Pendant at Front Center

A jewel hangs from the lowest point of the collar curve, serving as the primary rank identifier for the 32nd Degree Scottish Rite within formal chapter proceedings.

Specifications

• Degree: 32nd Degree Scottish Rite
• Plating: Gold plated
• Backing: Black velvet
• Design: Wings up, compass and square motif
• Includes: Jewel pendant, gold safety chain
• Quality: Excellent

FAQ

Q: What does the wings-up design on this chain collar represent?

A: The wings-up orientation appears consistently across the primary links of the chain and carries specific 32nd Degree Scottish Rite significance, repeated around the full collar circumference as a symbolic statement of the degree.

Q: How is the gold plating applied to the chain links on this collar?

A: Gold plating is deposited over individual cast links across all surfaces, including the recessed detail areas of each casting. This full-coverage approach maintains consistent gold tone across the complete link face rather than leaving base metal visible in the recessed zones.

Q: What is the purpose of the black velvet backing on this collar?

A: The velvet backing protects dress uniform fabric from direct metal contact during wear while providing a light-absorbing ground that maximizes the visual contrast of the gold plated chain work from across the chapter room.

Q: What does the gold safety chain across the front of the collar do?

A: The secondary chain connects the two front collar ends to prevent separation during movement, while also adding a finishing detail to the collar’s front chest presentation when worn.

Q: Is the jewel pendant included with this chain collar?

A: Yes, a jewel pendant is included and hangs from the front center point of the collar at the lowest curve, serving as the primary 32nd Degree rank identifier during formal Scottish Rite chapter proceedings.