The study of the meaning of the coat of arms and family history.

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The study of the meaning of the coat of arms and family history. Heraldry The study of the meaning of the coat of arms and family history.

Herald Person who was a messenger and historian. Why do you have a C.O.A.? Recognition of others People couldn’t read Know who you were fighting (know your enemy)

Where could you find a Coat of Arms? Shield Tapestry Flags (on top of castles) Banners Seal (wax seal on paper) Horse blanket / dog blanket

Parts of a Coat of Arms 1. Field – background colors 2. Design Purple – royalty or justice Red – strength/military fortitude Blue – loyalty and truthfulness Green – hope, joy, loyalty in love Black – constant or consistent Orange – helpful or having a worthwhile ambition Maroon – patience White – “silver” Peace and sincerity Yellow – “gold” Generosity and elevation of mind 2. Design

Design Options

Heraldic Animals Represented admirable qualities Lions/tigers – courage, bravery, strength Peacocks – beauty Bear – protective, motherly love Fox – sly, intelligent, smart, stealthy, swift Deer – harmony, peace Rabbit – loving or peace Dog – loyalty Dolphin – affectionate Dragon – defending someone’s honor Eagle – protective and strong, a leader Dove - peaceful

Animals Bee – Industriousness (hard working) Camel – Perseverance (never give up) Falcon or Hawk – Eagerness Griffin (part eagle, part lion)- Brave Horse – Readiness to serve Pelican – Generous Raven – Constancy (faithful, dependable) Snake – Ambition (Desire to succeed0 Unicorn – Extreme courage Wolf – Constant Vigilance (keeps a careful watch out for danger)

Heraldic Symbols Cross – religion, Christian Red rose – happy, joyous Shamrock – longevity Crown – royalty Spear – devoted to honor Axe – dutiful Crescent – Enlightenment Fire – Enthusiasm Flaming Heart – Passion Hand – Faith and Justice

Symbols Heart – Sincerity Horns and antlers – Fortitude (strength in difficulty) Lightening – Decisiveness (quick to make decisions) Moon – Serenity Oyster shell – Traveler Ring – Fidelity (never breaks an oath or promise) Scepter – Justice Star – Nobility Sun – Glory Sword – Warlike Castle - Protectiveness

1. Color(s) that represent you as the background. Create your own Coat of Arms based on your hobbies, personality, character and family. Your Coat of Arms MUST include 1. Color(s) that represent you as the background. 2. A symbol/picture that represents an important place (not from list) 3. A symbol/picture that represents your favorite hobby/activity (not from list) 4. An animal that represents you 5. A symbol that represents you (from list) 6. Include a personal motto (words or phrase that represent you) at the top.

Examples