Knight Templar Shirt | Iconic Jerusalem Cross Medieval Tee

Founded around 1119 and dissolved under pressure in 1312, the Templars remain one of the most argued-about orders in medieval history. The Knight Templar shirt carries the Jerusalem Cross alongside a line that has followed the order through eight centuries of retelling, printed in a heavy heraldic style rather than a modern one.

The History Behind The Symbol

The Knights Templar began as a small band escorting pilgrims and grew into one of the wealthiest and most heavily mythologised institutions of the Middle Ages before being suppressed by royal and papal decree. The five-fold Jerusalem Cross predates them and has been read many ways across the centuries. The Knight Templar shirt draws on that heraldic tradition, which is why it appeals to medieval history readers, reenactors, and heraldry enthusiasts alike.

Who This Shirt Is For

Medieval history readers and crusade-era enthusiasts.
Historical reenactors, HEMA practitioners, and living history groups.
Heraldry collectors drawn to bold cross designs and old symbolism.
Birthday and Christmas gifts for the friend with a shelf of medieval history.

Fabric and Fit

Printed on 100% ring-spun cotton at 4.5 oz/yd² with shoulder-to-shoulder taping and a quarter-turned body so there is no crease down the centre. All Heather colours are 65% polyester and 35% cotton. The unisex cut runs S to 3XL, so this Knight Templar shirt wears well fitted or oversized. See what else has just landed in our new arrivals collection.

Printed On Demand

Every shirt is printed after your order rather than produced in bulk and warehoused, which keeps unsold garments out of landfill. You can explore more of our best sellers while yours is being made.