Codifies coats of arms used by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion and the Lutheran Churches of Scandinavia dioceses worldwide. Armoria Sedium codifies in one volume coats of arms used by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion and the Lutheran Churches of Scandinavia dioceses around the world where these are known. It aims to preserve this information for posterity and to foster the continued use of heraldry as continuing practice amongst Christian communities. Includes 8 pages of colour illustrations with hundreds of line drawings throughout. MICHAEL MCCARTHYwas a recognised expert in the field of ecclesiastical heraldry.