1. Plural of palaeography; the study of ancient handwriting and manuscripts, including their dating, origin, and authenticity.
Usage: Also spelled paleographies in U.S. English; Academic and scholarly field
2. Plural of palaeography; ancient or historical handwriting systems and scripts themselves.
Usage: Refers to the actual written documents and scripts studied

Examples

• The museum's collection includes several important palaeographies from medieval Europe.
• Scholars of palaeographies use specialized techniques to authenticate ancient documents.
• Her research in palaeographies revealed new information about Roman writing practices.
• The university offers courses in palaeographies for graduate students interested in manuscript studies.
• Comparing different palaeographies helps historians understand cultural exchanges in antiquity.
• Digital imaging has revolutionized the study of palaeographies by making rare manuscripts more accessible.