Coat of Arms Family Crest Meanings - Letter L-O
M
N
Nails
Passion - pins symbolize remembrance and sorrow
O
Oak tree / Leaves
Great age and strength /
Peace and concordance
Ostrich Plumes
Willing obedience
and serenity
Orle
Circle of something;
preservation or
protection
Otter
One who lives life
to the fullest
Owl
One who is vigilant and of acute wit
Ox
Valour and generosity
Mermaid
A symbol of eloquence.
Moor
Represents a person of
the crusades in he
fought with great bravery
Mountain / Rocks
Hills provide security,
shelter
and protection
Moon
Serene power over
mundane actions
Moor cock
Association with the law or the
legal profession
Mullet / Star
Divine quality from above -
mark of third son
Lightning Bolt
Symbol for
swiftness and power
Lion
Bravery, strength,
ferocity and valour
Lozenge
Symbol of honesty, constancy,
noble birth
Lyre
Contemplation; tempered judgment
Lamb
A symbol of faith,
innocence, gentleness,
purity and
resolute spirit.
Label
Representing the
first son
L
Heraldry Symbols Coat of Arms
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
Lance
The perfection of martial
affairs; emblem of
knightly service,
devotion to honor
Arm or Leg / Triskelion
Symbol of strength,
stability and expedition
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 !
