The History of the Most Noble Order of the Garter and the Several Orders of Knighthood in Europe
Elias Ashmole
The History of the Most Noble Order of the Garter and the Several Orders of Knighthood in Europe
Elias Ashmole
- Containing the antiquity of the town, castle chapel and college of Windsor; with their several officers: The foundation of the order by King Edward III. The statutes and annals at large, as they have been altered and amended. The habits, ensigns and officers of the order. The ceremonies of election, investiture and installment of Knights: The manner of their feasts; and the duties and fees payable on these occasions. Some account of the founders, with an exact list of all that have been installed since the institution, and their several coats of arms emblazoned. This is the most complete and profuse book on this Secret Order ever written. Ashmole was the mystery man of his day and was initiated into many secret societies. This is an extremely rare book and took us over 5 years to find!
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