Bluemantle Pursuivant, 1937. Creator: Unknown

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Bluemantle Pursuivant, 1937. Creator: Unknown

Bluemantle Pursuivant, 1937. Bluemantle Pursuivant of Arms in Ordinary is a junior officer of arms of the College of Arms in London. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

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This photograph print showcases the Bluemantle Pursuivant of Arms in Ordinary, an essential figure in the rich tradition of British heraldry and pageantry. The Bluemantle Pursuivant is a junior officer of the College of Arms in London, an educational organization responsible for preserving and granting coats of arms in the United Kingdom. Dressed in the full regalia of his office, the Bluemantle Pursuivant is depicted here on horseback, wearing a distinctive blue mantle with ermine trim, a white surcoat, and a red tunic. His attire is completed with a black velvet hat adorned with a white ostrich plume and a pair of high, black carriage boots. He carries a harp, a symbol of his office, and a long staff topped with a silver badge of the College of Arms. The photograph was taken during the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in 1937, an event steeped in grand tradition and pageantry. The Bluemantle Pursuivant, along with other heralds and officers of arms, played a crucial role in the ceremony, ensuring the correct display and recognition of the coats of arms of the nobility and other dignitaries. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the striking appearance and important role of the Bluemantle Pursuivant and other heralds during this significant moment in British history. The photograph, from the collection of The Print Collector, is a testament to the enduring allure of tradition and the fascinating world of heraldry and the College of Arms.

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