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Subject: [SWITZ] Re: SWITZERLAND-D Digest V01 #195
Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 16:35:01 EDT


In a message dated 6/26/01 2:07:27 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
writes:


> Hi Listers,
> Could someone tell me the difference between a Coat
> of Arms and a Crest? Or are they the same? Also, I am
> researching Barben's in Switzerland. Where would I look
> for these items? I found a
> description of the Crest, but I can't find the actual
> "drawing" (?) to view. I don't know what to call it. Sorry
> for my ignorance. Is it a picture, drawing? Well, whatever,
> I would like to see it.
>

VonReitstrap "Armoral General" may have the crest description. There are
follow up volumns that are named "Armoral General Illustrations" with mini
drawings only in black and white. Your library may have or be able to order
the books in the interlibrary loan program (be advised my spelling may be off
a little). Ed.


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