Lewis Jewel

What is a Lewis Jewel? It is a pocket jewel, only to be worn by the son of a Master Mason, to honor his father who was a Mason before him. It is a special honor signifying the Masonic progression within a family. The Lewis Jewel consists of two bars connected by chains. The upper bar contains the name of the father and date of his Initiation, the lower bar, the name of the son and date of his Initiation. The Lewis is a device that has been used by stonemasons for many centuries. It provides an anchorage in a stone, which enables lifting tackle to be attached and assist in the raising and lowering of large stones to the required heights and set them in place with safety and precision. Massachusetts application for Lewis jewel