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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.