Past Grand Commander Knights Templar Cap – Black Purple Cross Gold Braid

Description

Past Grand Commander Knights Templar Cap – Black Purple Cross Gold Braid

Past Grand Commander Knights Templar Cap marks the highest elected rank within the Commandery with an appearance that commands immediate recognition across the lodge room floor. Black fabric forms the full body of the fatigue cap, constructed from a blend of stonewash, polyester cotton, satin, and leather components that give the cap its structured profile and smooth exterior finish. A purple metal Templar cross sits centered on the front face, its four arms bordered in gold-plated metal that frames the purple rhinestone set at the cross center. That rhinestone catches direct light with a clean focal point that draws the eye without excess ornamentation around it.

The cross itself reads as a bold commanding emblem from a distance, which is precisely the function it serves when the Past Grand Commander stands before the assembled Commandery. Purple has long carried associations with senior Templar rank within Knights Templar ceremonial dress, and this cap deploys that color with discipline, limiting it to the cross and rhinestone against the full black cap body so the contrast holds maximum impact. Gold braid runs along the cap band in a single clean line, reinforcing the senior rank signal without cluttering the silhouette.

Machine embroidery on the cap delivers consistent stitch registration across the decorative elements, a production standard that preserves the definition of each detail through repeated ceremonial use. The brass metal hardware components carry a weight and solidity that distinguishes this cap from lightweight dress caps made entirely from fabric. Leather detailing at the cap construction points adds durability at the stress areas most prone to wear during regular Commandery meeting attendance.

When a Past Grand Commander takes his seat for the first time at a formal Commandery convocation, the fatigue cap worn identifies his standing before a single word is spoken. Formal dress for Knights Templar ceremony demands precision at every point of the uniform, yet the matte black body of this cap allows the purple cross emblem to carry all the visual authority without competition from the cap itself. Available with braid in gold or silver, allowing the officer to select the metal finish that aligns with his full Commandery regalia set. The gold-plated borders on the purple cross hold their finish through ceremony after ceremony without dulling or flaking at the edges. Lodge Tested – Mason Trusted.

Product Features

Purple metal Templar cross with rhinestone center

Four-arm Templar cross in purple metal with gold-plated borders and a purple rhinestone at center, identifying Past Grand Commander rank at distance.

Gold braid cap band

Single gold braid line runs the full circumference of the cap band, delivering a senior rank signal consistent with Knights Templar officer dress standards.

Black structured cap body

Full black exterior in stonewash, polyester cotton, satin, and leather construction holds a firm structured profile through sustained ceremonial wear.

Gold-plated cross border detail

Metal borders on the Templar cross carry a gold-plated finish that resists dulling and maintains contrast against the purple cross face across extended use.

Brass metal and leather construction components

Brass hardware and leather detailing at key construction points add weight, durability, and longevity beyond fabric-only cap construction.

Specifications

Material: Stonewash, polyester cotton, satin, metal brass, leather Color: Black Emblem: Purple metal Templar cross with rhinestone and gold-plated borders Braid: Available in Gold or Silver Available Sizes: Various sizes for a comfortable fit

FAQ

Q: Which rank is this cap designed for?

A: This cap is made specifically for the Past Grand Commander rank within the Knights Templar Commandery, identified by the purple metal Templar cross emblem with rhinestone center.

Q: Is the braid available in both gold and silver?

A: Yes. The cap braid is available in gold or silver, allowing the officer to match the metal finish to his existing Commandery dress uniform.

Q: What materials is this cap constructed from?

A: The cap uses a blend of stonewash fabric, polyester cotton, satin, metal brass hardware, and leather detailing across its construction.

Q: How do I find the correct cap size?

A: Measure around your head approximately one eighth of an inch above the ear across the mid-forehead. If your measurement falls between sizes, select the next largest size available.