Please note that the following listed symbol descriptions and meanings have been compiled from a
variety of heraldic sources. Besides these symbols being globally used, the opinions and
interpretations between heraldic researchers may vary slightly.
We update our page regularly with heraldic symbols !
Heraldry Symbols Coat of Arms Meaning
In this section of our website we have selected some of the most common coat of arms symbols, from time to time we update our list. There are many imaginative variations and combinations
in every crest design that identifies the particular carrier /owner of a family crest.
Heraldic symbols in alphabetical ranking
Apples
Apples symbolize
generosity, happiness,
peace and salvation.
All kinds of fruit were
as symbols of God's
goodness
Armored Arm
Represents a person who
served as a senior person
has or leader possesses.
Bare Arm
represents an industrious
people, someone who
believes in hard work
Arrows
Arrows symbolize martial
readiness. If is represented
by a cross, it is represents
a disease as a
result of the war.
Ass / Donkey
Stands for patience and humility key
Axe / Hatchet
Symbol of execution of military duty
The antelope
means harmony,
peace and
political wisdom.
Occasionally
considered a
symbol the purity
and speed.
Annulet / Ring
Symbol for fidelity -
also representing
the fifth son
The anvil -
symbol of honor
Antler
represent strength
and fortitude.
Acorn
The character of the acorn
is independence, strength and antiquity represents
Anchor
The anchor is a symbol
of salvation, hope and religious steadfastness.
A
Angel
The angel is always in full
view, shown with the wings
extended and upright.
He is the bearer of the good
news as well as dignity,
honor and glory.
Ant / Emmet
Symbol of the ant
traditionally meant one
who the workers
a strong, wise and
foresighted in all his affairs.
Click on images for examples how the heraldic symbols may can be used in a Coat of Arms design