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An '''heraldic achievement''' is an element depicted around an individual's [[device]], such as [[heraldic helm]]s, [[supporter]]s, [[mantling]] and a [[motto]].
An '''heraldic achievement''' is an element depicted around an individual's [[device]], such as [[heraldic helm]]s, [[supporter]]s, [[mantling]] and a [[motto]].


[[SCA]] [[heraldry]] has no display of [[rank]] on the [[device]] of the individual, with the exception of [[knight]]s, whose device may contain a [[chain]] to symbolise their [[fealty]]. Such displays of rank may be shown in an ''achievement of arms'', although the specific details may change depending on the [[Kingdom]].
[[SCA]] [[heraldry]] has no display of [[rank]] on the [[device]] of the individual, with the exception of [[knight]]s, whose device may contain a [[chain]] to symbolise their [[fealty]]. Such displays of rank may be shown in an ''achievement of arms'', although the specific details may change depending on the [[Kingdom]]. Some kingdoms have sumptuary laws which restrict (for example) the use of supporters and crests to those who have attained certain ranks.

Revision as of 12:55, 9 May 2005

An heraldic achievement is an element depicted around an individual's device, such as heraldic helms, supporters, mantling and a motto.

SCA heraldry has no display of rank on the device of the individual, with the exception of knights, whose device may contain a chain to symbolise their fealty. Such displays of rank may be shown in an achievement of arms, although the specific details may change depending on the Kingdom. Some kingdoms have sumptuary laws which restrict (for example) the use of supporters and crests to those who have attained certain ranks.