Two sailor's breastplate knots and two masthead knots on red and blue nautical-color mat. Hand calligraphy in gold ink in the style of eighteenth century British merchants. Description of knot included in each individually wrapped card.

"Masthead” knot

The “masthead knot” is used for rigging a jury mast, by placing the center of the knot over the masthead. The knot can also be used as a jar sling, with the four bights serving as handles.

“Sailor’s Breastplate” knot

Symbol of the sailor, this is an ornamental knot used for decorating uniforms and favorite possessions.

Handmade in Mamaroneck on Long Island Sound, New York. Tree-free kenaf paper card stock. Comes in origami gold paper gift box. Individual cards $7.50 each.