Seals Documents by Reginald Poole (19 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 21pp in printed grey wrappers. Contents very clean and unmarked. From the Proceedings of the British Academy. Vol IX This is an ORIGINAL. Not a possibly more expensive modern copy.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores seals as a means of authentication, tracing their development in Europe from their origins in the ancient world. The author examines the different functions of seals, including closing documents, securing them from tampering, and identifying individuals. Through the study of these seals, the book provides insights into the legal, social, and cultural practices of the time. The discussion progresses chronologically, tracing the evolution of seals from clay and wax impressions to the emergence of the pendent seal in the 11th century. The author also explores the influence of Byzantine practices on the development of papal bulls. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of seals in medieval Europe, shedding light on their significance as tools for authentication and control. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1919 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 38 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 38 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Seals and Documents is a comprehensive study of the use of seals in medieval and early modern Europe, with a particular focus on British legal history. Authored by Reginald Lane Poole under the auspices of the British Academy, this work examines the evolution, function, and significance of seals as authenticating devices on legal and administrative documents. From royal charters to private deeds, seals played a crucial role in validating agreements and asserting authority. Poole's meticulous research delves into the diverse iconography found on seals, offering insights into the social, political, and cultural contexts of their use. The book explores the materials, craftsmanship, and symbolic language of seals, providing a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the material culture of the past. This enduring work remains essential for understanding the intricate relationship between seals, documents, and the legal framework of European society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Seals and Documents is a comprehensive study of the use of seals in medieval and early modern Europe, with a particular focus on British legal history. Authored by Reginald Lane Poole under the auspices of the British Academy, this work examines the evolution, function, and significance of seals as authenticating devices on legal and administrative documents. From royal charters to private deeds, seals played a crucial role in validating agreements and asserting authority. Poole's meticulous research delves into the diverse iconography found on seals, offering insights into the social, political, and cultural contexts of their use. The book explores the materials, craftsmanship, and symbolic language of seals, providing a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the material culture of the past. This enduring work remains essential for understanding the intricate relationship between seals, documents, and the legal framework of European society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.