Heraldry compartment for shield supporters

Coat of Arms foundations for shield supporters

The ground or foundation on which the supporters stand is called the compartment .
Shield supporters must have something to stand upon
Compartment is a design placed under the shield, usually rocks, a grassy mount, ornamental design,
banners or some sort of other landscape where supporters have some secure footing to stand on.

Heraldry Crests

Please note that the following listed heraldry symbol descriptions and meanings have been compiled from a
variety of heraldic sources. Besides these heraldry symbols being globally used, the opinions and
interpretations between heraldic researchers may vary slightly.

References material are taken from following heraldry publications
a.) A practical manual of heraldry and of heraldic illuminations - publish 1864
b.) A dictionary of heraldry - published 1889