Freemason Hall

The Freemasons are one of the most famous organizations in the world. Freemasonry dates as far back as the 16th century by some accounts. Today, there are approximately six million freemasons, including around two million in the United States. The masons are an important fraternal group, and as such they have several traditions and symbols. One of those traditions is the Masonic ring. The ring has a significant meaning, and is an important symbol for all freemasons. The Masonic ring is called a signet ring. Many famous people have worn signet rings, including Julius Caesar, Michelangelo, and various kings and popes. Here is a guide to the Masonic ring and what it means.

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Even in the 21st century when science has long since replaced mysticism as the one true source for answers to questions like, “Why are we alive?”, Freemasonry retains its hold on men’s imaginations. Bestsellers like Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code and its follow up The Solomon Key are chock full of arcane Masonic references, while blockbuster movies like Nicolas Cage’s National Treasure popularize the relationship between our founding fathers and the mysterious fraternal order.

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The history of the Freemasons is steeped in mystery and intrigue. Not that the Masons are not forthcoming with facts; it is more that facts are not so forthcoming where the Masons are concerned. The early history is based on theory and myth. It is only after the early 1700’s that documents evidencing the existence of the Masons surface.

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