Tincture is in Terms.
Tincture is the limited palette of colours and patterns used in heraldry.
Azure. Blue. From the French "azur". Possibly from the blue mineral lapis lazuli.
Gules. Red. Derivation uncertain.
Sable. Black. Derives its name from the black fur of the marten.
Vert. Green. From the Latin "viridis" meaning green.
Furs are derived from the animal furs.
Ermine derived from the white winter coat of the stoat.
Vair from the Latin "varius" meaning varied. From the winter coat of the red squirrel, which is blue-grey above and white below.
Argent. Silver from the Latin "argent".
Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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Or. derives its name from the Latin aurum, "gold".
Ashley Arms. Argent three bulls passant sable, armed and unguled or.