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The mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests
Embark on an enlightening journey into the captivating world of heraldry, as we unravel the mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests. These emblematic representations have been around since the 1100s. They serve as unique identifiers on the battlefield, and as symbols of family lineage and honour. In this article, we delve into…
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Does everyone have a family crest?
Does everyone have a family crest? It’s a question we are often asked and the simple answer is no, not everyone does. A family crest is a unique symbol or design that is traditionally used to represent a particular family or individual. These were originally used in Europe to identify knights in battle, but…
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Unearthing the Origin of Your Surname
Whether you’re a genealogy guru or family history fledgling, if you’re interested in your ancestral roots, unearthing the origin of your surname can be extremely illuminating. Whoever thought up the notion of surnames? We take it for granted that each of us has an assigned family name which forms part of our identity and rarely…
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Welcome to the new Hall of Names website
Our new website is finally live! We have been working hard in the past few months to put the new website together, and have created a ‘shop window’ which reflects the quality and range of the personalised gifts with coats of arms. We hope you like the changes we have made. So, here are…