History of Scottish Seals from the Eleventh to the Seventeenth Century Part One

By Walter de Gray Birch

Book Overview

The History of Scottish Seals from the Eleventh to the Seventeenth Century V1 is a book written by Walter De Gray Birch. This book is a comprehensive study of the seals used in Scotland from the 11th to the 17th century. It explores the historical significance of these seals and their use in various contexts such as legal documents, charters, and royal proclamations. The book also examines the design and symbolism of these seals, shedding light on the artistic and cultural traditions of medieval and early modern Scotland. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including manuscripts, charters, and other archival materials, to provide a detailed and authoritative account of Scottish seals. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, medieval art and culture, and the history of seals and heraldry.1905. With upwards of 200 illustrations derived from the finest and most interesting examples extant. Contents: The Great Seals of the Sovereigns; The Fifteenth Century: Murdach Stuart-James I to James V; The Renaissance, Mary Queen of Scots, and Her Successors; and Seals of Queens-Consort and of Officers of State.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417944161
• ISBN13: 9781417944163
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"