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Coat of Arms Shields - Heraldry Symbols Q-S

            and their Meanings

 

Knight shield - lion
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Heraldic Charges
​ 
Knight shield - shell

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​
Q
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QUATREFOIL
 Symbol for good tidings
R
Picture
RABBIT
​One who enjoys a peaceable and retired life
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RAM
symbol of authority 
and leadership




Picture
RAT
Symbolizes one who is cunning 
and determined.

​
Picture
RAVEN
symbol of knowledge, divine providence, also​  the bringer of death.
Picture
RAY
​Glory and splendor; fountain of life; 
intelligence and enlightenment


Picture
RING - ANNULET
​Fidelity. Sign
​of the fifth son
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ROSE
symbol of hope and joy,
With red flowers, it is a symbol of grace,
beauty, and sometimes martyrdom.
​
Picture
ROCK
Symbol for safety and protection; refuge ​
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RUNDLE
Three torteau
Gold or yellow: -  worthy of trust or treasure
White - generosity 

            S
Picture
SCALE
Scales are traditionally
a symbol of fairness
​and justice.


​
Picture
SCYTHE
expressed hope for a fruitful
harvest of things
Picture
SHELL-ESCALLOP
Symbolizes protection of providence.
Successful leader or
one who has made
​long journeys
​
Picture
SHIP
Symbolizes a
remarkable Expedition 

by sea. The ship is 
also called  a 

symbol of life, where
one his course 

can be determined.​
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SNAIL
​Symbolizes deliberation 
and perseverance


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SNAKE
symbol of wisdom and
   defiance as well
​symbol of fertility
   and renewal.
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SPEER
​The spear, lance or
spear-tipping  
is an emblem the
​ gallant service and  
devotion to the honor and chivalry.  The broken lance is a symbol of peace.  
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SLEEVE - MAUNCH
A symbol of devotion, victory in tournament ​
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SPEAR - HEAD
A person who is ready
​for battle
​
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SQUIRELL
A symbol of thrift,
​caution and conception 
​
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STAG
a symbol of peace and 
harmony - a person
​of the policy.

Picture
STAR - MULLET
Symbolizes divine
quality which is
​        bestowed by god.    
          ​
sun - heraldic symbol

SUN
Glory and splendor,  fountain of life. 
Can be featured with or without human face.
​
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STORK
Close parental bond
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SWAN
It symbolizes perfection
beauty and grace, also light, love,
grace, sincerity and perfection.
For a carrier, it is the swan
poetic harmony and learning.
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SWORD
symbol of the military honor.
It is also a symbol of power 
and freedom. 
   The sword (especially
with flame) is also a symbol
of purification.

Picture
Picture
SEAHORSE
A symbol of strength and power -  luck of good fortune / charm 
SEAL - SEA LION - MORSE
​Dauntless courage at sea -  symbols for the strong ties of the county 

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