Thursday, February 7, 2013

The Science of Heraldry

Heraldry, a system of using a variety of shapes and symbols on a shield or coat of arms to identify an individual or family, is almost 900 years old. The use of symbols on shields can be seen in the Bayeux Tapestry, a tapestry which we studied earlier this year and which is thought to have been made in the 1070's. It became a herald's job to create and keep records of the symbols and coats of arms. Go to the web site for the International Heraldry & Heralds to learn more and see amazing images:

http://www.internationalheraldry.com/

Below is a full achievement of arms


To play a heraldry game requiring skill,  Click Here! To create a shield online, Click Here!


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