Description

Alphabets, Numerals & Devices of the Middle Ages

Alphabets, Numerals & Devices of the Middle Ages is Henry Shaw’s 1843 study of medieval lettering and ornament. This digital edition is supplied as a 94-page PDF and is available for instant download after purchase.

The book presents alphabets, numerals, and decorative devices from the Middle Ages. It was published in London by William Pickering.

Alphabets, Numerals & Devices: Book Overview

This PDF edition preserves the pages of Shaw’s 1843 volume. It shows examples of medieval letters, numerals, and ornamental devices. The material is useful for readers interested in typography, design, and medieval art.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Medieval alphabets and numerals
• Decorative devices and ornamental letterforms
• Examples connected to monuments, including the monument of Henry III in Westminster Abbey, dated about 1272
• A digital reproduction of the 1843 William Pickering edition
• A 94-page PDF for study and reference

Why This Book Matters

Henry Shaw’s 1843 volume preserves alphabets, numerals, and devices used in the Middle Ages. It was published in London by William Pickering. The work remains a reference for typography, decorative design, and medieval studies.

Book Details

Title	Alphabets, Numerals & Devices of the Middle Ages
Author	Henry Shaw (1800-1873)
Publisher	William Pickering
Publication Place	London
Publication Date	1843
Format	PDF
File Size	9.5 MB
Pages	94
Language	English
Digital Source	Internet Archive
Digitized Date	2014
Archive Identifier	alphabetsnumeral00shaw

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped. Access is available after purchase. The PDF works with compatible reading apps, including Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices.

FAQ

How soon will I receive the book? Access is available immediately after purchase.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital download and no physical item will be sent.

Which devices are supported? The PDF works with PDF-compatible reading apps on tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices.

Explore the letterforms and ornamental devices of the Middle Ages in this digital edition.