Re: Heraldry Question

[Judy Gerjuoy <jaelle@access.digex.net>]

On Fri, 10 May 1996, Scott Silvers/James of Westmorland wrote:

> 
> 	I am hoping that someone can help me settle a minor disagreement 
> concerning some heraldic matters.  In a device that I am planning on 
> submitting the charges are on a red and blue field divided down the 
> middle, I believe the blazon would probably be "Per pale gules and 
> azure".  

I don't normally post to the Merry Rose, but since this *is* my area of
expertise, I was asked to reply.

The blazon for the field would be Per pale gules and azure, and it is
perfectly legal.

It is not color *on* color, because both are part of the field - neither
is *on* another.

In SCA usage, dividing a field evenly of two colors or two metals is
perfectly legal, as is dividing a field quarterly or per saltire of two
metals or two colors.  

If anyone has any more questions, feel free to e-mail me directly.

Jaelle of Armida,
Laurel Queen of Arms Designate


jaelle@access.digex.net
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