The Order of the Temple was founded in 1118 to ensure the safekeeping of the Holy Sites and to protect pilgrimage routes. The Order reached its peak in the 13th century.
The Knights Templar considered themselves Knights of God, the honor of the Church and Christianity.
Their motto, both for entering combat and for initiating any act of helping others, was:
NON NOBIS, DOMINE, NON NOBIS, SED TUO NOMINI DA GLORIAM. "Give glory, not to us, Lord, not to us, but to your name."
It was a very well-organized military force and formed the shock troops in all the Crusades. In attack, they were at the vanguard, and in retreats, at the rearguard. For a century, they ensured the effective government of the Latin Kingdom of Constantinople. They paid no taxes, tribute, or tolls, obeyed only the Pope, and had possessions throughout Europe and the Middle East.
Excellent Quality Sword from the "Historical, Fantastic, and Legend Swords" Collection by Marto.
Certificate of Origin and Quality, Made in Toledo.