Heraldry

Symbolism and use of Heraldry throughout World History.

Semy (Fill)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/semy-fill 31st Jul 2021 - The use of “Semy” in Heraldry, is the placement of smaller objects throughout The Field – to cover it entirely. This could be Rounde …

Sphinx

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/sphinx 31st Jul 2021 - Ancient in origin, The Egyptian Sphinx has the Head of a Human and the Body of a Lion. Greek and Egyptian portrayals were different (with The Middle A …

Unicorn

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/unicorn 31st Jul 2021 - Ancient and possibly the most seen of Heraldic Beasts (as a Charge or Supporter), was The Unicorn. Seen as early as the 12th Century, The Unicorn lege …

Lozenge

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/lozenge 31st Jul 2021 - A common symbol on Coats of Arms, The Lozenge is a solid image in many colors. In it's “solid” form, it can represent a married woman. It …

Pile (Charge)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/pile-charge 31st Jul 2021 - In Heraldry terms, a Pile is a type of Charge. It is normally shown as an inverted wedge. The point of The Pile does not touch The Base (or bottom of …

Wool Pack

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/wool-pack 31st Jul 2021 - Wool Packs are “Supportive” Charges seen on a Coat of Arms that resemble cushions. They are tied (or cinched) in appearance. They are seen …

Purpure

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/purpure 31st Jul 2021 - Quite simply, the “Modern” color – Purple. These colors (when used on Coats of Arms and Ceremonial Shields), were reserved only for …

Fox (Beast)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/fox-beast 31st Jul 2021 - “Cunning” and “Resourcefulness” are but 2 known traits imparted by The Fox. A long time staple of the Medieval Hunter, The Fox …

Cross Potent

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/cross-potent 31st Jul 2021 - Dating to at least the 7th Century AD – the Heraldic symbol known as The Cross Potent is still recognizable by most. The image is most associate …

Crowned Cross

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/crowned-cross 31st Jul 2021 - The ''Crowned Cross'' is a variation of the previously discussed ''Cross and Crown'' symbol used in Medieval Heraldry. Most associated with religious …

Allocamelus

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/allocamelus 31st Jul 2021 - Seen with a Head and body of a Donkey, they also featured the iconic “humps” of the desert beast (Camel). Seen rarely in the 15th Century, …

Bonacon

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/bonacon 31st Jul 2021 - A Bull in overall appearance (but with reversed horns), they feature a Horse tail and a short Mane. Known to “defend” itself by the &ldquo …