Eastern Star Rings

History of the Order of the Eastern Star

The Eastern Star Freemasonic Organization is an international community of women who strive to support each other while advocating for justice, truth, and tolerance. Established in 1850, it's a long-standing organization that has been part of the fabric of American history for nearly 170 years.

In 1850, Martha W. Kennedy and Robert Morris founded the Order of the Eastern Star as a female counterpart to Freemasonry. The organization soon spread throughout North America and eventually around the world. Women who met certain criteria were allowed to join and could petition for admission if they belonged to a Master Mason—the highest degree among Masons—or their family.

Since then, the Order of the Eastern Star has grown exponentially with more than 1 million members across dozens of countries worldwide. It also evolved into an organic youth organization complete with its own set of symbolic rituals. These rituals have developed over time in response to changes within society but continue to honor its similar themes surrounding justice, truth, and tolerance. Women now leading Eastern Star organizations can trace their lineage back all the way to its founding couples in 1850s America – proving how resilient this organization has been throughout history.

What is an Order of the Eastern Star Ring

The Order of the Eastern Star ring is a type of Masonic ring worn by members of the Order of the Eastern Star. The Eastern Star ring typically consists of a five-pointed star surrounded by a pentagon and the letters "OES". The five points of the star represent the five heroines of the order: Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha, and Electa. The pentagon symbolizes the five continents and the letters "OES" represent the Order of the Eastern Star. The emblem is usually depicted in various colors, with each color representing a specific virtue that members are encouraged to cultivate, such as blue for truth, yellow for faith, and white for purity. The wearing of the ring is a symbol of membership and serves as a reminder of the principles and values of the Order of the Eastern Star. The Eastern Star Masonic ring is normally made from precious metal like 10k yellow gold, 14k yellow gold, 10k white gold, 14k white gold or 925 sterling silver.