A critical inquiry into antient armour, as it existed in Europe, particularly in Great Britain, from The Norman Conquest to the reign of King Charles II. Illustrated by a series of illuminated engravings. With a glossary of military terms of the Middle Ages. By Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick, Kt. K.H. LL.D. & F.S.A. &c. &c. &c. In three volumes. Vol. I [-III].

Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick

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Record number

14/3901

Author

Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick

Edition

Second edition, corrected and enlarged.

Imprint

London: Henry G. Bohn, York Street, Covent Garden, MDCCCXLII, [1842]

Physical Description

3 vols.: illus. (some col.); 370 mm.

General Note

Half title in each volume, 'A critical inquiry into ancient armour.' Coloured frontispiece in Vol. I, as well as dedication 'To His Most Gracious Majesty Louis Philippe, King of the French' by the publisher. Plates I-XXX in Vol. I; XXXI-LXVI in Vol.II; and LXVII-LXXX in Vol. III. Printer statement at the foot of final page of each volume: 'G. Norman, Printer, Maiden Lane, Covent Garden.'

Binding Note

Spine lettered in gilt letters, 'Meyrick's Antient Armour' and '1 [-3]'.

Subject

Arms and armour, Armuor Great Britain History

Contributors

Louis-Philippe King of the French, dedicatee
Henry George Bohn, publisher/bookseller
George Norman, printer

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