The Antiquities of Heraldry: Collected From the Literature, Coins, Gems, Vases, and Other Monuments of Pre-Christian and Mediæval Times

This book is a comprehensive study of the history and evolution of heraldry. The author, William Smith Ellis, draws on a wide range of literary, archaeological, and artistic sources to trace the development of heraldry from ancient times to the Middle Ages. This book is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of symbols and iconography.

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