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During the Middle Ages knights painted their armor and shields as a way of identifying themselves on the battle field  Out of this practice arose heraldry a tradition composed of a complex system of symbolism which included shapes colors animals weapons and other objects  Eventually th ID: 663595

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Coat of ArmsSlide2

Background

Background

During the Middle Ages knights painted their armor and shields as a way of identifying themselves on the battle field.  Out of this practice arose

heraldry

, a tradition composed of a complex system of symbolism which included shapes, colors, animals, weapons and other objects.  Eventually, this practice has evolved into the elaborate family crests and mottos of today.

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Heraldic colors

Yellow

or Gold - Generosity

White or Silver - Peace & Sincerity

Black

– Mystery, Constancy, evil

Blue - Loyalty & Truthfulness

Red - Military

Fortitude, Warrior

Green - Hope,

Joy, youth, joined to the land

Purple

– Royalty

Orange – Worthwhile Ambition

Maroon – Victorious, Patient in BattleSlide12

Heraldic Animals

Bear - Protectiveness

Bee - Industriousness

Camel - Perseverance

Dog - Loyalty

Double Eagle & Eagle - Leadership & Decisiveness

Dragon - Defender of Treasure

Falcon or Hawk - Eagerness

Fox - Cleverness

Griffin (part eagle, part lion) - Bravery

Horse - Readiness to ServeSlide13

Heraldic Animals

Lion - Courage

Pelican - Generosity & Devotion

Raven - Constancy

Snake – Ambition

Eagle - intelligence

Stag, Elk or Deer - Peace & Harmony

Tiger - Fierceness & Valor

Unicorn - Extreme courage

Wolf - Constant VigilanceSlide14

Heraldic symbols

Axe - Dutiful

Bridge - (signifies a governor or magistrate)

Crescent - Enlightenment

Crosses - Christian sentiments

Crown - Authority

Fire - Zeal

Flaming Heart - Passion

Fleur-de-

lys

(stylized Iris flower) - Purity (associated with France)

Hand - Faith, Sincerity & Justice

Heart - SinceritySlide15

Heraldic Symbols

Horns & Antlers - Fortitude

Lightning - Decisiveness

Moon - Serenity

Oyster Shell - Traveler

Ring - Fidelity

Scepter - Justice

Star - Nobility

Sun - Glory

Sword - Warlike

Tower or Castle - Fortitude & ProtectivenessSlide16

Other important design details

One

traditional design rule is that two solid-color fields shouldn't appear side by side unless one of the two is "metallic".

Even this "rule" has been broken by many famous and historical coats of arms. Slide17

Coat of Arms Project

You must create your own coat of arms on an 8 1/2” x 11

sheet of paper. It must contain the following:

4

Sections

Charge

or figure that represents your inner qualities or

values

Draw

something that reflects your family

background.

Draw

something that represents a skill that you are proud to

possess.

School

symbol that represents

Legacy

Personal slogan or motto you live by.Slide18

My sampleSlide19

Coat of Arms Project

On the back side of the paper, you must include your name and a well-developed paragraph explaining your coat of arms.

Due

Date :

A -

Monday

,

9/25

B – Tuesday, 9/26Slide20

Assignment today…

Choose shape of shield

I will provide you with 1 piece of white paper to trace your shield.

Use the stencil to trace your shield.

Do not keep my stencils

Do not cut out your shields

If you mess up or decide to change your shield, you will need to provide your own paper.

Write down ideas of what colors, symbols, and animals you would like to use.

All colors, symbols, and animals must describe you as a person.