heraldry
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The difference between a coat of arms and a family crest
Have you ever wondered about the difference between a coat of arms and a family crest? Heraldry is, in essence, about showing people who you are, and this blog will hopefully help to answer your question! Aren’t they the same thing? Coat of arms and family crests are often used interchangeably in speech, but they…
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King Charles III’s New Cypher Revealed
The new cypher of King Charles III has been revealed, as a visual identity of Charles’ new reign. This means that it will soon be visible on places such as government buildings, post boxes, royal uniforms and state documents. Here are a few interesting details about the cypher, including what it is, who created it,…
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Family Crests, What Are They And How To Find Yours?
A family crest is important to your coat of arms and family history. So what are family crests, how do I find my family’s crest and do all families have a crest? Family crests are a fascinating subject with a rich history. You’ll find out all you need to know about family crests and how…
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Coats of arms and their uses
One of the most recognisable global images is that of a coat of arms. In this article, we examine some of the types of coats of arms and provide useful links to other articles about heraldry.
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How Do We Research Your Surname Meanings and Coat of Arms?
Our History Our expertise lies in creating surname history scrolls for you to display and enjoy. We have more than a million surnames and their associated coats of arms on our database, and in this article, we explain just how this research into surname meanings has been carried out. It’s a massive undertaking and…