Heraldry Vocab

lance

the mounted knight's weapon of choice
jousting

favorite sport of the medieval age
heraldry

coat of arms
motto

a short phrase on a scroll
wreath

attaches the mantle
tinctures

metals and colors
helmet

used for protection, denotes social rank
shield

most important part of the armament
mantle

sun protection
parting of the field

lines of division
charges

symbols and figures
crest

decorative ornament
surcoat

outer garment
middle ages

4th to the 14th century
chivalry

practice of knighthood by the nobility

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Heraldry Vocab

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Heraldry Quiz

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2010-03-10T00:42:22Z