1897. Being a short account of the origin and history of heraldry and an explanation of its nature, with practical directions for drawing and painting coats of arms, to which is added glossary of the terms used in the science of heraldry. With over 700 Explanatory engravings. 30 pages of plates.
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HERALDRY (herauldrie, Fr., from herehault, Saxon) is a science which teaches how to blazon, that is, to describe in proper terms, and arrange in correct order, all that belongs to Coat Armour, or Coats of Arms, and is popularly so understood at the present day; but heraldry originally had a wider significance and also prescribed the marshalling of solemn cavalcades, installations, tournaments, nuptials, funerals, etc. Read the first page
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HERALDRY (herauldrie, Fr., from herehault, Saxon) is a science which teaches how to blazon, that is, to describe in proper terms, and arrange in correct order, all that belongs to Coat Armour, or Coats of Arms, and is popularly so understood at the present day; but heraldry originally had a wider significance and also prescribed the marshalling of solemn cavalcades, installations, tournaments, nuptials, funerals, etc. Read the first page
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An excellent account of an ancient tradition!
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Anyone interested in their coat of arms and the family heritage behind it, will absolutely find this old book an engaging and informative read. If you are a genealogist - even better. Heraldry also is a great way to understand symbols and their meanings. A great addition for anyone's library!
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