Symbolism / Heraldry EN401. Logos and Symbols What is a symbol? What do the following symbols represent?

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Symbolism / Heraldry EN401

Logos and Symbols What is a symbol? What do the following symbols represent?

If you were to pick one image to represent you best, what would it be?

Heraldry Heraldry is the act of emblazoning (decorating) or assigning a coat of arms A coat of arms is a design placed on tunics, armor, flags, etc. Used to identify a family, army, social group when no one could read

Could you tell the difference?

First used in the Middle Ages to identify enemies on the battlefield Later developed into images on shields, color of mane in helmets, horse decoration, etc.

The colors of Heraldry Yellow or Gold- Generosity White or Silver- Peace and Sincerity Sable or Black- Constancy (faithful), Grief Blue- Loyalty and truth Green- Hope, Joy and loyalty in love Purple- Royal Majesty, Sovereignty and Justice Tawney- Worthy Ambition

Earth & Country Fame & Glory Represents Sea or Water Protection Rule and Authority Military Strength Military strength & Bravery Protection Every LINE matters

Animals Matter Animals Bear - Protectiveness Bee – Industriousness Camel – Perseverance Dog – Loyalty Eagle - Leadership & Decisiveness Dragon - Defender of Treasure Falcon or Hawk - Eagerness Fox – Cleverness Griffin (part eagle, part lion) – Bravery Horse - Readiness to Serve Lion – Courage Pelican - Generosity & Devotion Snake – Ambition Stag, Elk or Deer - Peace & Harmony Tiger - Fierceness & Valor Unicorn - Extreme courage Wolf - Constant Vigilance

Your Coat of Arms Design a coat of arms that represents another character of your creation. Choose at least four images and four colors – one color and one image per quarter

Your Coat of Arms Write a name in the banner on the bottom Attach a one page explanation of how your shield represents you. Present on _____________.