Edited by Katie Stevenson, Senior Lecturer in Late Mediaeval History, University of St Andrews The officers of arms [kings of arms, heralds and pursuivants] have often been overlooked by scholars of ...

As the publisher returns with Modern Heraldry: Volume Two, we dissect the relationship between the ancient technique and modern day branding First developed in the 12th century, heraldry was a ...

The heart icon becomes a major symbol for medieval heraldry, where it is used to signify sincerity and clarity. In art and chivalric literature, the heart is increasingly seen as synonymous to the ...

The symbolism of Cinquefoil eventually became influential in the symbolic language of heraldry. This visual language was used on banners, shields, and official seals to identify a specific kingdom or ...

During the medieval period, the iris maintained its ... Louisiana. This iconic symbol resembles a stylized iris flower and holds deep historical and cultural significance for the city. Its origins can ...

To this end, a designation system is presented that includes symbols and an identification code. The differing established procedural needs of various organizations are recognized, where not ...

For some time, many of these looked to the medieval period as a moment of chivalry and knightly quest. More recently, however, popular culture set in the Middle Ages has leaned into the gritty and ...

Archeologists studying a burial site near a medieval monastery spotted a rare find when examining one of the bodies: the faint remains of a series of Christian symbols tattooed on the person's foot.

This call for papers includes all sponsored and special sessions approved by the Program Committee for the 60th International Congress on Medieval Studies (held in a hybrid format May 8–10, 2025).

Please verify your email address. Medieval Dynasty's Autumn Update will introduce King's quests and inter-player marriages, adding more gameplay variety. The update will also include customizable ...