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Foundations of Heraldry

Heraldry

An exploration of the core principles, terminology, and historical rules of classical heraldry.

history vexillology medieval symbols

10 Questions Hard Ages 12+ Aug 30, 2026

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1 What is the heraldic 'Rule of Tincture', which dictates the proper use of colors and metals?

A Metals must be placed on metals, and colors on colors
B Colors must be placed on metals, and metals on colors
C Primary colors must be placed on secondary colors
D All tinctures must be separated by a neutral border

2 In heraldic terminology, what is the 'dexter' side of a shield?

A The viewer's left
B The shield's right
C The top center
D The bottom point

3 Which of the following is considered a 'fur' in heraldry?

A Ermine
B Velvet
C Silk
D Sable

4 What is the 'field' in a coat of arms?

A The central animal figure
B The background surface of the shield
C The motto banner at the bottom
D The helmet worn above the shield

5 Which of these is classified as an 'ordinary' in heraldic design?

A A fess
B A lion rampant
C A griffin
D A star

6 What is the term for the set of instructions that describes a coat of arms in precise, technical language?

A Blazon
B Iconography
C Sigillography
D Cartography

7 What does the heraldic term 'rampant' describe when applied to an animal?

A Standing on one hind leg with forelegs raised
B Lying down with the head raised
C Walking with three paws on the ground
D Running at full speed

8 Which of the following colors are classified as 'metals' in heraldry?

A Or and Argent
B Gules and Azure
C Sable and Vert
D Purpure and Tenne

9 What is a 'cadency mark' used to indicate on a coat of arms?

A The birth order of the bearer within a family
B The rank of the bearer in the military
C The geographical origin of the family
D The date the coat of arms was granted

10 In the 'blazon of arms', which element is positioned directly above the shield?

A The helm
B The supporters
C The motto
D The compartment

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