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A '''maunche''' (alternately spelled '''manche''') is an unusual [[charge]] used in [[heraldry]]. Resembling a highly stylized letter ''M'', the maunche is actually meant to portray a billowing lady's sleeve, separated from her [[dress]] at the shoulder.
A '''maunche''' (alternately spelled '''manche''' or '''maunch''') is an unusual [[charge]] used in [[heraldry]]. Resembling a highly stylized letter ''M'', the maunche is actually meant to portray a billowing lady's sleeve, separated from her [[dress]] at the shoulder.


The depiction of a maunche in an [[heraldic achievement|achievement of arms]] can vary widely, from a simple representation of a sleeve to highly [[baroque]] swirls and ribbons.
The depiction of a maunche in an [[heraldic achievement|achievement of arms]] can vary widely, from a simple representation of a sleeve to highly [[baroque]] swirls and ribbons.

Revision as of 06:25, 4 May 2006

A maunche (alternately spelled manche or maunch) is an unusual charge used in heraldry. Resembling a highly stylized letter M, the maunche is actually meant to portray a billowing lady's sleeve, separated from her dress at the shoulder.

The depiction of a maunche in an achievement of arms can vary widely, from a simple representation of a sleeve to highly baroque swirls and ribbons.