Rose

The rose represents not only beauty but also discretion.

Rough ashlar 

Freemasons see themselve as rough stones in need of improvement and forming towards a perfect cubus. However, this task can never be completed within one’s lifetime.

Apron

Protects the mason from stone splinters while working.

Gloves

A sign of purity and innocence.

Square

A reminder that one should always be ‘on the square’ – to do the ‘right thing’.

Compasses

Represent the span of comprehension.

G

The letter G represents Geometry, the 5th science. A requirement for the design and erection of edifices.

Sun

The masculine force as opposed to

Moon

The feminine force. Only when the two are united is the full power available.

Skull

Death, and together with the

Hourglass

A reminder of times past and of mortality.