Templar Knight Shield 917629

This Made in China Templar Knight Shield is a fine display piece for the budget minded Templar collector. The Templars: Monks - Soldiers: Guardians of the Faith, Guardians of the Holy Land, and Guardians of the Pilgrims. The Templar order, of religious and military character, was founded in Jerusalem in the year 1118 by nine crusader knights. with the official denomination of "Order of the Poor Knight of Christ". Later they were known by the "Knight of Solomon's Temple" (Templar) denomination after establishing themselves in King Solomon's ancient temple. The Pope Inocencio II recognized the order of the Templar in the year 1139. This Made in China Templar Knight Shield is a fine display piece for the budget minded Templar collector. Overall Height: 24" Width: 17 1/2" steel construction Chain for hanging A fine display piece Made in China View Larger Image