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See an illustrated manuscript of 16th-century coats of arms, including commentary on whether Shakespeare is worthy of one See all videos for this article Heralds served thoughout Europe, not only the kings and principal magnates but also the great orders of knighthood such as those of the Garter and the Golden Fleece. In the 16th and 17th centuries heralds were called upon to carry out visitations at which men bearing arms were required to present proof of their right to do so. When the crown ceased to grant arms directly, its powers were delegated to the heralds as commissioners, with authority to issue letters patent. By the early 15th century the principal herald (king of arms) had become a commissioner for nobilitas minor (“minor nobility”), a term now embracing all the nobility ranking below the peerage and including baronets, Scottish barons, lairds, knights, esquires, and gentlemen. In the late 14th century the authority of the heralds was expanded. In the 14th century heralds began to serve nobles on a more permanent basis and became associated with their names and houses. To carry out these duties it was essential that the herald be familiar with the family derivation and be able to recognize the arms of local nobles on sight. In the 12th century heralds formally announced and conducted tournaments, including the proclamation of each joust and the name of each combatant.

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