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Up for sale is a rare, beautifully preserved late 19th-century fraternal uniform sword belonging to the Royal Knights Templar of Temperance—an influential North American Christian prohibition and temperance society active during the late 1800s.This is an incredibly unique piece of Canadian social history. Unlike standard Masonic swords, this sword is explicitly stamped at the base of the blade with the attribution mark of W.W. Buchanan, Hamilton, ONT. W.W. Buchanan was the Supreme Councilor and Commander-in-Chief of the order in Canada, making this an official piece of authorized organization gear under his administration.Key Design Elements & Imagery:Scabbard Inscription: Deeply etched with "K.T. OF T." (Knights Templar of Temperance) amidst floral detailing.Symbolism: The upper scabbard hanger features a prominent triangle housing an Axe symbol. The lower band depicts a highly detailed "HOLY BIBLE" with clasped hands beneath it.Hilt Features a classic ribbed grip with a decorative