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Lukens, Charles J., fl. 1860 [Note with coat of arms illustration]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09836.01 Author/Creator: Lukens, Charles J., fl. 1860 Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript Date: 1797-1909 Pagination: 2 p. ; 30.4 x 18.4 cm. Order a Copy

One undated illustration and description of a coat of arms from the Roman Empire by Charles J. Lukens. Describes the meaning behind types of colors, shading and sizes of different coats of arms. Sent to Rev. Wm. C. Reichel.

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