The Monogram
The history of the monogram can be traced back to 350 B.C. Appearing on Greek and Roman coins, this motif comprised of interacting letters was used to identify royal leaders of the time. What is a monogram you ask? Well, it is the combination of two or more letters overlapping. This finished design, an embellishment of initials on a desired surface like metal, stone or paper, took shape forming a symbol.
The monogram was not just a personal mark of identification for the monarch – no – it quickly became, in the eyes of many people, a way to share their views and beliefs with the rest of the world. Religious groups like the early Christians created “Christograms,” a symbol comprised of letters signifying Jesus Christ. Even during times of war, protesters used monograms as a symbol for resistance. Today, some companies and universities use monograms to promote their businesses or services in the form of logos.
The Monogram has seen its transition. From coins to stone tablets, monograms are now incorporated on fabric like cloths and luggage. In the art world, artists of all kinds create their own monogram to sign their work. Sport organizations, restaurants, and websites have all taken part in this long lasting trend. Let’s not forget about personalized stationery. Now, we can customize any card, note, napkin, guest towel, tablet or notepad with our own monogram.
An essential design on many wedding and birthday invitations, the monogram remains a distinctive element, one that brings importance and prestige to every occasion. Although the arrangement of our initials in a monogram mattered once before, they don’t anymore, giving freedom to our choice of placement. How do you know if you are a right fit for a monogram? Simple…take the first initial from your first and last name and Voilà! Order your personalized monogram stationery and be enthralled by the details.
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stationeryfan811
Wow, I never knew that monograms were originally for coins. That’s a nice bit of trivia! I think they work better on personalized stationery or monogrammed napkins, though. But of course, I’m probably biased.
I definitely think the monogram adds a special touch to custom stationery and napkins, making them just a little bit more special than they would have been otherwise.
16 October 2012, 8:15 pmHenry B Springs
Yes, the monogram is one of those unique ways of customizing messages that first came about in ancient Greece. After being stamped on coins they were used as signatures by ancient craftsman on paintings, sculptures and furniture. Today we are apt to adorn luggage, towels, robes, clothes art and stationery with a monogram, our own personalized brand or identity in the form of our moniker or everything from linens and sweaters to Personalized Wedding Invitations and our collection of best selling Monogrammed Napkins. Whatever your reason for creating an air of distinction a monogram can certainly dress your message up with an air of distinction or your own regal aura that becomes “undeniably real ” for whatever event you have in mind.
” Fashion fades, only style remains the same. ” Writer: Coco Chanel
Create a custom look or a one of a kind setting for your next party. We offer 71 Customized Monogrammed Napkins and Guest Towels to help you celebrate and assist with having the time of your life. Embossed Monogram, Serenity Foil Stamped, Whitlock Monogram, Foil Monogram, Color Mist Monogram and more styles than you’d expect to count in profusion, nearly every color in the rainbow: Mocha, Gray, Gold, Burgundy, Red, Orange, Citrus, Bermuda Blue, Lilac, Lavender and Classic Pink just to name a few. When you’re thinking of making a personal statement, style statement or you just want to create a warm inviting environment where people will sit back, enjoy a little of each other’s time and a little good food our custom Monogrammed Napkins are the little detail that will differentiate your party from all the other dinner parties. Your Paris Foil Stamped Napkins still complement your style the best.
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Writer: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
16 October 2012, 10:19 pmCierra
I wouldn’t mind reading about the placement of the letters in the monogram and what they mean. That sounds interesting to me. It’s also interesting to read that images and symbols can inspire people – weddings or wars – it’s all the same.
18 October 2012, 10:54 amIsabel Gutierrez
It’s quite interesting to learn how monograms were not only invented in ancient Greece, but originally for coins. I definitely never knew that before. Still, I like to think they’re put to better use in modern times, with such uses as monogrammed napkins. They work pretty well on personalized stationery too, of course.
18 October 2012, 11:34 am