History and Origin of Logos

Logo design dates back to Greece where it consisted as a cipher containing one single letter set later developed to full names and surnames to be used on stationery as house and family seals, and family business signs, which later developed into logos for trade recognition. Many early coins bear the monograms or logos of rulers or towns. The most famous of these early logos is the sacred monogram. In the thirteenth century, logo design changed from ciphers to trademarks for traders, and merchants. Some other examples of logo design includes masons marks, goldsmith's marks, paper watermarks and seals for the nobility and family crest. Logos and logo design in modern times became extremely important as to true originality of products or services and the public became aware of symbols used as trademarks and company logos. Company and business logos have become important in an way no one imagined since they create a atmosphere of true originality and dedication of services and workmanship. Something potential customers and clients become familiar with and seek when dealing with a company and service they trust and and have familiarity with. Please consider your business logos and logo design a important decision and an part of public exposure which will serve you in many ways you never anticipated but which will enhance your business image as your business grows.