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Record 1 2007-07-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Heraldry
  • Coins and Bank Notes
  • Numismatics
DEF

A group of symbols or designs which show the marks of distinction of a noble family, a government, a city, etc.

CONT

Today this most cherished armorial bearing of medieval times is generally used by all armigerous persons throughout Europe except in Scotland, where it is restricted to magnates.

OBS

The coat of arms of a country are often reproduced on coins.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Héraldique
  • Pièces de monnaie et billets de banque
  • Numismatique
DEF

Ensemble des emblèmes symboliques qui distinguent une famille noble ou une collectivité.

CONT

Les armoiries, ou armes, jouent un très grand rôle dans la recherche archéologique [...] elle sont une marque de possession et un élément décoratifs de premier ordre [...]

OBS

Les armoiries d'un pays figurent souvent sur les pièces de monnaie.

Spanish

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