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Coat of Arms Shields - Heraldry Symbols C-D

            and their Meanings

 

Heraldic Charges
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In this section of our website we would like to give you some additional information relating to
the symbols of  coat of arms, a  variety of icons, colors and heraldic animals. We have selected
some of the most common  coat of arms symbols, from time to time we update our list.
 In addition to the graphics, we have added  some detailed descriptions. 
Of course there are many more heraldic symbols as shown here.  
There are many imaginative variations and combinations in every crest design that identifies
​the particular carrier /owner of a family crest.
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​Click on images for examples how heraldic symbols may can
​ be used in a Coat of Arms design

Heraldic symbols in alphabetical ranking
  A - B      C- D       E - F       G- H        I - M      N - P      Q - S        T - Z ​

C

CAMEL
symbolizes
temperance, 
patience 
​and  perseverance.

CASTLE
symbolizes spiritual strength and vigilance,
​as well as at home  
and safety.
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CAT
A symbol of  liberty, vigilance and courage.

CHESS ROCK
​Symbol of strategic thinking

CINQUEFOILS   
Stands for hope
​and joy

CLOUDS
Represents mystery, obscured truth

CHAINS
symbolic representation
the salary is acceptable and important services.

COCK
a sign of hero, one who
  fought with courage 
​and perseverance.

CRESCENT
  a symbol of hope  
One who has been honored by
​the sovereign

CROSS
Serviced in the
crusades, faith.
Cross and sword
together =
unshakeable faith

CROWN
is the heavenly crown
a symbol of victory, sovereignty and empire.
It is a visible sign of success,

CYPRESS
is the symbol of death
            and eternal life.              

CANDLE
​Spirituality

CROW
A crow is a permanent
​settlement
and a quiet life

Column
Fortitude and constancy, with serpent around it, wisdom with fortitude

     D

DEER
One who will not fight unless provoked; 
peace and harmony

DICE
Symbol of
​constancy

DROPS
One who has endured torrents of liquids, as in battle,  come in different colors.

DOG
symbol for courage, loyalty
and vigilance  

DONKEY
Stands for patience and 
​humility 

DOLPHIN
It represents
​swiftness, diligence, 
charity and love

DOVE
a symbol of the soul and
Holy Spirit. It means peace and purity. ​

DRAGON
A dragon with his sharp eye, is the guardian of treasures.  Symbol of bravery 

DRUM
Ready for war

DUCK
  a symbol of a person of many resources.

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