One rendition of the coat of the empire was the "Quaternion Eagle" (so named after the imperial quaternions) printed by David de Negker of Augsburg, after a 1510 woodcut by Hans Burgkmair.

Image: This figure, called "the Quaternion," was, after the black, crowned, doubled-headed eagle alone, the most widely employed symbol of the Holy Roman Empire during the Early Modern …

The Aquila Roman Eagle holds a significant place in ancient Roman history, symbolizing the power and glory of the legions. Its origins can be traced back to the early years of the Roman …

Mar 22, 2021 · Painted illustration of the quaternion eagle of the Holy Roman Empire, created by Jost de Negker in 1510 CE. It depicts the double-headed eagle crest of the Holy Roman …

The Quaternion Eagle (Quaternionenadler), introduced around 1510 by Hans Burgkmair, was a depiction of the Imperial Estates (Reichsstände) of the Holy Roman Empire, mixing two pre …

The two-headed eagle was the successor of the gorgoneion of pagan times, as well as of the Christian Roman Empire after Constantine. A new weaving technique developed in Sassanian …

The Reichsadler (German pronunciation: [ˈra͜içs|aːdlɐ]; "Imperial Eagle") is the heraldic eagle, derived from the Roman eagle standard, used by the Holy Roman Emperors, later by the …

Sep 24, 2024 · Quaternion Eagle. One rendition of the coat of the empire was the "Quaternion Eagle" (so named after the imperial quaternions) printed by David de Negker of Augsburg, …

May 25, 2025 · Throughout Roman mythology and history, this magnificent bird has been a representation of the divine, military might, and political strength. This article explores the …

The Aquila or eagle is one the most enduring symbols of Roman civilization. During both the Republican and Imperial periods, the eagle continuously symbolized power and authority and …