Attitudes or positions 

Heraldry symbols from A to Z

      Colors - Tinctures -  Lines

          Marks of Cadency

Helmet, Shield Supporters, Mantling and Compartment

Heraldry Symbols and charges are very important elements to create a Family Coat of Arms. 

List of heraldic animals, colors, furs, lines and ordinaries can have special meanings

in a Coat of Arms design.

A variety of figures, animals etc. are used for the shield, crest or shield supporters.

There are many imaginative variations and combinations of heraldic symbols in every

coat of arms design that identifies the particular carrier /owner of a family crest.

We have selected some of the most common coat of arms symbols and their meanings. 

In addition to the coat of arms symbols, we have added some detailed descriptioms.

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