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Coat of Arms Shields - Heraldry Symbols I-M

            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.​

​​​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 ​​

I

An inescutcheon is a small shiel-shaped in the center of a shield.
 Often used to bear the arms of a heraldic heiress

IVY
​Strong and lasting friendship

INKHORN - INKWELL
​Art of writing
​and educated employment

K

KEY
a symbol of knowledge,
guardianship
​and dominion. ​

KNIGHT
A knight on horseback, represents
           a warrior              ​

            L

LAMB
​A symbol of faith, innocence, gentleness, 
purity and
​resolute spirit.

​LABEL
​Representing
​the first son

LANCE
​The perfection of martial affairs; emblem of knightly service;
​devotion to honor

LEG- TRISKELION 
Strength, stability
​and expedition

LOZENGE
Symbol of honesty, constancy,
​noble birth ​

LIGHTNING BOLT
​Symbol for swiftness
​and power

LION
​the emblem of undying courage,  
and hence that of a valiant warrior.

LYRE
Contemplation;
​tempered judgment ​

 The laurel branch symbolizes purity, virtue and integrity, also symbol for victory and glory,
especially after one long, inner struggle.

           M   

MERMAID
A symbols of
​ eloquence. ​

MOOR
person of the crusades
in the fought with
​great bravery ​

MOUNTAIN - ROCK
security, shelter 
and protection

Faced MOON
​Serene power over mundane actions

MOOR COCK
​Association with the law or
​the legal profession

MULLET - STAR
Divine quality from above and
mark of third son ​​

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