To learn more about masonic jewelry, please read our list of frequently asked questions.
We are the largest distributor of masonic jewelry on the Internet. We
work with the leading masonic ring designers and manufacturers in the world.
Each masonic ring we sell is custom made to order.
A: We strongly suggest that you visit a local professional jeweler and
have the finger sized with a standard ring sizer. If this is a gift for a loved one, we suggest taking a ring that
you know fits them, and have it sized by a professional jeweler. These rings ARE NOT comfort fit unless specified.
Q: What's the difference between open back and solid back?
A: Open back rings contain less metal than solid back rings. We have included
two pictures to demonstrate what an open back ring looks like. Solid back rings are more durable and less
prone to bending / deformation over time. A "smooth back" ring has a small opening diirectly underneath the stone. The smooth back ring is
3/4 solid back.
Q: How large can you make a masonic ring?
A: Sterling silver masonic rings may be manufacturd as large as finger size 14.
Most 10kt and 14kt gold rings can be made up to a size 15.5.
Q: I need to make a change to a ring I just ordered. Is this possible?
A: If you ordered within the last 48 hours, we can make any change you require. However, if the ring has
already entered our manufacturing stage, you must CANCEL the order and place a NEW order.
Q: I lost my ring. Can you replace it?
A: If you purchased the ring through JoyJewelers.com, we have your order information on file. We can
manufacture a new ring accordingly. Contact us for more details so we may make payment
arrangements with you.
Q: Will the metal tarnish or fade? Will it turn my finger green?
A: Customers with metal allergies should avoid vermeil rings. Vermeil rings are gold-plated rings.
Our sterling silver and solid 10kt / 14kt gold rings will not fade or turn your finger green under normal conditions.
Q: What is vermeil?
A:
Pronounced "VER-MAY", vermeil is gold plating over solid sterling silver [.925]. We use 22kt yellow gold plating. The heavy gold electro plating is
at least 2 1/2 microns thick. Vermeil rings are an affordable alternative to solid gold rings. Please note, vermeil rings are NOT for every day use.
Over time the yellow gold plating will peel and need to be replaced. Our factory offers free re-plating. Just pay a $15 return shipping and handling fee.
Because the gold does not adhere fully to the silver, the silver continues to tarnish under the gold. Any vermeil ring or pendant will darken with age.
Since vermeil is electro-plated, not fused like gold-filled, the plating will eventually wear off. This usually happens in a year or two.
It takes longer to wear off than costume gold-plate because the plating on vermeil is considerably thicker than that on costume jewelry.
Also, vermeil rings cannot be sized at your local jeweler without damaging the ring. Please send the ring back to us for sizing at the
original manufacturer's facility.
Q: Which metals are available?
A: Masonic rings & jewelry are available in vermeil, sterling silver, 10kt yellow gold,
and 14kt yellow gold. 10kt and 14kt white gold rings and pendants are available via special order. Please add 10% to the sale price
for a white gold ring or pendant. Special order rings and pendants are non-cancellable and non-returnable. We regret that
18kt, 22kt and 24kt gold rings are not available at this time.
ABOUT THE EMBLEMS
Q: Which masonic emblems do you offer?
A: Select ring styles offer various side emblems. Here is a glossary.
Emblem
Name
#1
Plumb - Blue Lodge 3rd Degree
#2
Trowel - Blue Lodge 3rd Degree
#3
Square & Compass - Blue Lodge 3rd Degree
#4
Square & Compass - Blue Lodge 3rd Degree
#5
Square & Compass - Blue Lodge 3rd Degree
#6
Double Eagle Scottish Rite
#7
Yod 14th Degree
#8
Yod Sublime Prince
#9
Rose Croix - Scottish Rite
#10
Yod & 32
#11
Double Eagle with Yod
#12
Double Eagle with 32
#13
33rd Degree
#14
Prince of Jerusalem
#15
Past Master
#16
Gavel
#17
Top Hat
#18
Mystic Shrine
#19
Fez
#20
Camel
#21
Billiken - Royal Order of Jesters
#22
Knights of Templar Commandery
#23
Royal Arch
#24
Cross & Crown Commandery
#25
Triple Tau - York Rite
#26
Knights of Columbus - 3rd Degree
#27
Knights of Columbus - 4th Degree
#28
Knights of Columbus
#29
Skull
#30
Elk
#31
Cervus Alces
#32
BPOE
#33
LOOM
#34
PAP
#35
Past Master High Priest (York Rite)
Q: Which rings offer my choice of side emblems?
A: The following select masonic ring styles offer your choice of 35 side emblems.
Q: I need a special emblem made. Is this possible?
A: Yes. A minimum of 100 [100] rings must be ordered at the same time. The set-up fee for the metal-die and manufacture of a special custom emblem is $400.00. Please allow an additional three to four weeks for delivery.
MANUFACTURING & SHIPPING TIMES
Q: When should I expect the ring?
A: Each personalized masonic ring requires between three to four
weeks for manufacturing. Please note that custom emblem orders and white gold orders require
an additional two weeks for the metal casting. This means five to six weeks total manufacturing time.
The shipping method you choose for the ring determines the delivery time. We offer Next Day Air delivery,
2nd Day Delivery, and Ground Delivery (3 to 7 days). As soon as the ring ships, you will receive a shipping confirmation
at the email address you provided for the purchase.
Q: May I pay extra for rush orders?
A: No. All rings are made to order. In some cases rings are shipped
as quickly as two weeks, but we cannot guarantee manufacturing will require less time than four weeks. Please note, masonic
accessories & pendants usually ship within one to two business days of receiving your order.
Q: Where can rings be sent?
A: We're pleased to ship to every address in the U.S.A., plus Guam and Puerto Rico and Canada. Also, we ship to
every APO and FPO address. Sorry, we CANNOT ship to P.O. Boxes in the U.S.A.
Q: The ring isn't here and it's been more than six weeks. What can I do?
A: Please contact us immediately by email or
by phone at 1-877-JOY-JWLR [1-877-569-5957], 10am-6pm [Pacific Time] Monday-Friday.
REPAIRS
Q: The stone fell out of my ring. What can I do?
A: If you purchased the ring through JoyJewelers.com, you can send it back to us for service. Please contact us by email
with the order number, what repair is required, and daytime phone number. We will reply by the end of the next business day.
Q: I damaged the ring. What are my options?
A: Please contact us
to obtain a Return Authoriziation Number (RAN#). The fee is variable for total remakes if ring is damaged beyond repair.
We will reply by the end of the next business day.
SERVICE & RE-SIZING
Q: My ring doesn't fit me anymore. How much is re-sizing?
A: Sizing is $40 on masonc rings. Please contact us to make arrangements.
Q: I don't like the stone anymore. What are my options?
A: You can send it in for servicing. The fee is $60 for stone changes.
Q: I have an antique masonic ring and would like to re-create it. Can you help?
A: No, the only masonic rings we sell are presented online. We suggest you contact the original retailer for more information.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?
Do you have further questions that aren't answered here? Please contact us We reply to email within 24-48 hours.
