The study of heraldry has been regarded by many as unprofitable, dry and unentertaining. It shouldn't be viewed in this light, as it really is not only an noble and interesting science, but absolutely essential to the antiquarian or historian, and more particularly to those who seek to obtain correct information regarding the history of their own country, where to find the records of those noble and patriotic deeds, the story of which has been handed down from generation to generation by those symbolic marks of honour and distinction which this work is intended to explain and illustrate.
This is a excellent and informative introduction to the fascinating subject of heraldry. Although originally published back in 1829, the information is still very relevant for all wishing to learn about heraldry.
Contents
An Introduction to Heraldry
Dedication
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Tables
Distinction of Houses
Rules of Blazoning
Marshalling
Hatchments
The Regalia of England
The Regalia of Scotland
Dictionary of Technical Terms
List of Heraldic Terms
Diferent Degrees of Nobilty and Gentry
Knighthood
British and Foreign Orders
Description of the Gentry or Civil Nobility of England
The Privileges of the Gentry
Precedence
Table of Precedency Among Men
Table of Precedence Among Women
A Dictionary of Mottoes
Index
Contents:
An Introduction to Heraldry
Dedication
Advertisement
Tables
Distinction of Houses
Rules of Blazoning
Marshalling
Hatchments
The Regalia of England
The Regalia of Scotland
Dictionary of Technical Terms
List of Heraldic Terms
Diferent Degrees of Nobilty and Gentry
Knighthood
British and Foreign Orders
Description of the Gentry or Civil Nobility of England
The Privileges of the Gentry
Precedence
Table of Precedency Among Men
Table of Precedence Among Women
A Dictionary of Mottoes
Index
