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Design Your Own Coat of Arms

Anyone interested in the ancient and distictive language of heraldry can create his or her own coat of arms. This easy to read, profusely illustrated guide to the history, symbolism and construction of heraldic devices allows even a child to fashion authentic designs.

Step-by-step directions tell how to trace the shape of the shield and its divisions and how to select symbols that reflect personal origins, traits and achievements. You'll find tips on necessary materials, how to color and outline your design, how to achieve professional results and even how to register your coat of arms. You'll also find sample coats of arms belonging to some of the world's most famous people, corporations and nations.

Here's a book for lovers of traditional design and for those interested in the study of family histories, relationships and accomplishments - a veritable treasury of information for anyone wishing to display his or her family's roots in a long-cherished form.

  • Author
    Chorzempa, Rosemary A.
  • Age Level
    Ages 9 to 12
  • Copyright
    Copyright
  • Format
    Softcover
  • Number of Pages
    48 Pages
  • Timeline
Design Your Own Coat of Arms

Anyone interested in the ancient and distictive language of heraldry can create his or her own coat of arms. This easy to read, profusely illustrated guide to the history, symbolism and construction of heraldic devices allows even a child to fashion authentic designs.

Step-by-step directions tell how to trace the shape of the shield and its divisions and how to select symbols that reflect personal origins, traits and achievements. You'll find tips on necessary materials, how to color and outline your design, how to achieve professional results and even how to register your coat of arms. You'll also find sample coats of arms belonging to some of the world's most famous people, corporations and nations.

Here's a book for lovers of traditional design and for those interested in the study of family histories, relationships and accomplishments - a veritable treasury of information for anyone wishing to display his or her family's roots in a long-cherished form.

  • Author
    Chorzempa, Rosemary A.
  • Age Level
    Ages 9 to 12
  • Copyright
    Copyright
  • Format
    Softcover
  • Number of Pages
    48 Pages
  • Timeline