mon
heraldic symbol
Also known as: monshō
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Japanese heraldry
- In heraldry: General considerations
The Japanese mon, or monshō, is very definitely an heraldic symbol, having many parallels in its use with the armorial bearings of Europe. It was used on helmets, shields, and breastplates but was never, as in Europe, large enough to identify the wearer of the armor at…
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