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(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) Published for the Dean and Chapter of Exeter Cathedral. In 1983 the Cathedral commissioned Majorie Dyer to design cushioning for the stone plinth which runs along both sides of the nave. This book describes the designs and their stitches with colour illustrations. (Published: 1999) (Publisher: Halsgrove Publishing) (Pagination: Landscape format 16pp illustrations)… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) A German (Gothic) text study on the history, flags, standards and insignia of the regiments of Celle in Lower Saxony, from the 14th to the 19th centuries. A valuable reference source for wargamers. (Published: 1937) (Publisher: August Pohl) (ISBN: No ISBN) (Pagination: small format, 141pp, b/w photos & illustrations) (Condition: good in… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) The author was Garter Principal King of Arms and one of the outstanding experts on the subject. He explains the functions and origins of the heralds, the armorial system, record and protection. (Published: 1978) (Publisher: British Museum Press) (ISBN: 0714180076) (Pagination: 87pp. 15 col & 31 b/w plates) (Condition: g+ in dw)… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) Fifteen pages of introductory text covering the evolution of armour and edged weapons in Europe and the East. Each of the colour photographs is annotated with a descriptive text. The drawings in the introduction are by C. Dagli Orti and the colour photographs are by M. Logli. (Published: 1973) (Publisher: Orbis Books)… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) Looks at chain mail and its development during the Norman era, and then moves on to the Age of Chivalry and the increase in the use of plate armour and the complete breastplate. The developments in armour in war and early tournaments are closely followed. (Published: 1969) (Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson) (Pagination:… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) An illustrated guide to early arms and armour used in the Middle ages. The authors were Master of the Armouries. (Published: 1970) (Publisher: HM Stationary Office ) (Pagination: 44pp, 4 col plates, numerous b/w ills) (Condition: Good in worn covers. Prev owner signature.) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) One of the accepted works on Heraldry. First published in 1909, the book traces and explains the history and development of Armorial devices through their use to identify family, rank and as an insignia for Knights and as a rallying point for battle formations. A comprehensive volume which is an essential reference… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) A practical guide for the collector of antique weapons from an acknowledged expert. The book consists of five sections covering Firearms and Accessories, European Swords and Daggers, Sundry Weapons (including Polearms, Staff Weapons, Maces, Crossbows, and Flails), Eastern and Native Weapons, and Japanese Weapons. Each section provides a full description of the… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) Showing signs of wear, but useful reference. Odyssey Library Series. A pocket-sized hardback detailing the weapons and equipment of the medieval fighting man. (Published: 1964) (Pagination: 46pp, numerous col illustrations, pocket size landscape format) (Condition: pictorial boards) UL-XXXXXX

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) a brief outline of arms and armour in England designed to assist the visitor to the Armouries of the Tower of London in understanding the terminology and the changes that took place over the years. The author was Master of the Armouries (Published: 1966) (Pagination: 44pp, 4 col plates and numerous b/w… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) The effect of weapons on the thoughts and actions of "men who cleared away the wilderness and brought the United States into being". Examines two hundred years of firearms, ammunition, equipment and edged weapons. The book was sponsored by The Company of Military Collectors and Historians. (Published: 1956) (Publisher: Bramhall House NY)… Read more about this item

(Subject: Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry) New from publisher, unread. A study of body armour and weapons of the fighting man from the ancients to the 20th Century. looks at the development of weapons from the earliest stone hand-axes, swords, daggers and lances to the automatic weapons of today. With a separate section on weapons and armour of… Read more about this item