Scottish Rite 33rd Degree Chain Collar – Purple Velvet Gold Plated Jewels

Description

Scottish Rite 33rd Degree Chain Collar – Purple Velvet Gold Plated Jewels

Scottish Rite 33rd Degree Chain Collar marks the summit of the Scottish Rite degrees with a presentation that commands attention from the moment it is placed around the shoulders. The full perimeter of the collar is formed by a continuous run of gold plated metal links, each link cast in an ornate arch and pillar motif that repeats without interruption around the entire oval. From the image, every link carries the same decorative relief, the gold plating giving each element a consistent warm finish that sits against the deep purple velvet backing with genuine visual authority.

Purple velvet lines the full interior of the collar, soft against the neck and shoulders and rich in color against the gold chain. Purple carries its own ceremonial weight within Scottish Rite tradition, the depth of the color pairing with the gold plating to produce a combination that reads as senior rank before a single word is spoken. The velvet backing is not decorative trim alone — it provides the structural foundation that keeps the chain collar sitting flat and formal on the shoulders of the 33rd Degree officer throughout extended chapter wear.

At the base point of the collar, a central jewel sits in a gold setting, the red stone centered within the mount clearly visible from across the chapter room. This pendant jewel is the focal point of the piece, drawing the eye down from the chain to the degree insignia at the lowest point of the collar. The gold setting frames the red stone with the same plated finish carried throughout the chain links, keeping the full piece unified in tone and finish.

A preventer chain is included, running from the right side of the collar to secure the piece during movement and ceremony. This practical detail keeps the collar positioned correctly on the shoulders without adjustment, a considered addition for officers who move through formal degree work during chapter meetings.

Gold plated finish across every link and the central jewel setting means the collar presents a consistent warm metallic surface under any Lodge lighting. The repeated arch and pillar link pattern gives the chain a formal, intentional structure that distinguishes it from simpler chain designs. For an officer who has reached the 33rd Degree of the Scottish Rite, the collar worn at chapter must carry the visual dignity that degree demands, and this piece fulfills that standard across every visible element.

The preventer chain attaches cleanly to the collar body and holds the piece in correct ceremonial position through the full chapter meeting without marking the velvet backing. Quality That Honors the Craft

Product Features

Ornate Arch and Pillar Gold Plated Chain Links

Every link across the full perimeter of the collar is cast in an ornate arch and pillar motif and finished in gold plating, creating a continuous formal chain that presents the 33rd Degree with consistent ceremonial weight.

Central Red Stone Jewel in Gold Setting

A pendant jewel at the base point of the collar carries a red stone set in a gold plated mount, serving as the focal insignia of the 33rd Degree and drawing formal attention to the degree rank of the officer.

Deep Purple Soft Velvet Backing

Full purple velvet lines the interior of the collar, providing a soft wearing surface against the shoulders while delivering the rich ceremonial color pairing that Scottish Rite senior degree tradition demands.

Preventer Chain Included

A gold preventer chain is included with the collar, securing the piece in correct position on the shoulders during formal chapter ceremonies and degree work without adjustment.

Specifications

• Finish: Gold Plated
• Backing: Purple Soft Velvet
• Jewels: Gold Plated
• Preventer Chain: Included
• Degree: 33rd Degree Scottish Rite

FAQ

Q: Which degree and rite is this collar designed for?

A: This chain collar is designed specifically for the 33rd Degree of the Scottish Rite, the highest attainable degree in the Scottish Rite system.

Q: What is the preventer chain for?

A: The preventer chain secures the collar in correct ceremonial position on the shoulders during chapter meetings and degree work, preventing the collar from shifting during movement.

Q: What material is the backing made from?

A: The backing is made from soft purple velvet, providing a comfortable wearing surface against the shoulders and the formal deep color expected of 33rd Degree Scottish Rite ceremonial wear.

Q: Is the chain finish consistent across all links?

A: Yes, gold plating runs consistently across every link in the chain and the central jewel setting, keeping the full collar unified in finish and tone throughout.