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A Grammar of English Heraldry


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This little volume was first published in the Cambridge Manuals of Science and Literature in 1913. This 1953 reissue was lightly revised and put in a new format by Anthony Wagner. It begins with the definition and origin of heraldry, then explains the terms and devices and shows how individuals and families marshalled and differenced their arms.




An Introduction to Heraldry


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Classic work, enhanced with 165 illustrations, explains the origins of heraldry, defines its terms and apparatus, and demonstrates how individuals and families arranged and distinguished their coats of arms. Includes a useful section on heraldic nomenclature. An excellent reference and a rich source of inspiration for artists, designers, and craftspeople.