MORSE Coat of Arms & Family Crest - Vintage Heraldry Print

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MPRSE Coat of Arms & Family Crest - Vintage Print
This is a vintage (c1920s) beautiful
metallic
ink full color print of the English, Irish or Scottish Family Crest/Coat of Arms for the:
Morse Family
Lettering in
English Gothic
Not perfect but very nice - See Condition Note below
Family History:
The surname Morse was first found in Gloustershire where, conjecturally being of Flemish origin, they were one of the many settlers who were invited into England to improve the industrial capabilities of the nation.
Many variations occurred because Old and Middle English lacked any definite spelling rules. he spellings of surnames were also influenced by the official court languages, which were French and Latin. Names were rarely spelled consistently in medieval times. Scribes and church officials recorded names as they sounded, rather than adhering to specific spelling rules, and people often had their names registered in several different forms throughout their lives. One of the greatest reasons for change is the linguistic uniqueness of the Flemish settlers in England, who spoke a language closely related to Dutch. The pronunciation and spelling of Flemish names were often altered to suit the tastes of English-speaking people. In many cases, the first, final, or middle syllables of surnames were eliminated. The name has been spelled Mors, Morse, Mawse and others.
At first the coat of arms was a practical matter which served a function on the battlefield and in tournaments. With his helmet covering his face, and armor encasing the knight from head to foot, the only means of identification for his followers, was the insignia painted on his shield, and embroidered on his surcoat, the draped and flowing garment worn over the armor. Between the 11th and 15th centuries it became customary for surnames to be assumed in Europe, but they were not commonplace in England or Scotland before the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Note
: A Coat of Arms is sometimes also called a Family Shield, Code of Arms, Family Seal or Family Crest
Size
: Approx.
8" x 10"
perfect for framing. The crest image itself is very good size, almost 5" X 7". This is a very striking print and would look great framed.
Condition
:
Not perfect
, but
very good
with only very minor handling & surface wear - mostly which disappears behind glass when framed...this is a beautiful print with
striking metallic ink
I have a remaining inventory of approx.
300 different English and Scottish origin Coats of Arms - Names from J to W
. Please inquire about your family name.
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are responsible for all import fees and taxes.
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sales taxes may apply.
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