Cincture With Ornate Tassels

A cincture with ornate tassels is a decorative cord, belt, or sash—commonly
used in religious, military, or ceremonial dress—designed to secure a robe
or vestment around the waist. The key features are:

Cord or Band: Often braided silk, rayon, or cotton, sometimes woven in gold
or silver thread for higher-ranking clergy or formal use.

Ornate Tassels: Large, decorative tassels attached to the ends, sometimes
embellished with bullion fringe, metallic threads, or intricate knotwork.
These tassels serve both a symbolic and ornamental role, drawing attention
to the cincture.

Symbolism: In Christian liturgical use, the cincture symbolizes chastity,
purity, and readiness to serve. In military or fraternal regalia, it may
signify rank, office, or honor.

Usage:

Clergy Vestments: Securing an alb or cassock, with tassels hanging evenly
on either side.

Ceremonial/Masonic Regalia: Used as part of traditional dress, often color-
coded to denote rank or order.

Historical/Military Dress: Sometimes worn with uniforms or sashes, tassels
serving as decorative flourishes.

Would you like me to create a comparison guide between simple cinctures,
knotted styles (like Celtic or Tripolin knots), and those with ornate
tassels, so you can see how they differ in appearance and symbolism?

Minimum Order: 100 pieces

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