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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. |
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. |
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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, however all depictions are [[blazon]]ed alike and do not count as a [[point of difference]]. |
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[[Image:Vert maunche argent.jpg]] |
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Revision as of 02:41, 11 July 2008
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, however all depictions are blazoned alike and do not count as a point of difference.
The badge of Fulk de Toron in Ealdormere, showing a maunche.
SCA Usage
The Order of the Maunche, is an award for Arts and Sciences in the East Kingdom of the SCA.
The badge of the Order of the Maunche, showing another representation of the maunche
