The Meaning of Symbols on a Family Crest/Coat of Arms
| COLORS ON COATS OF ARMS | ||
| Color | Meaning | Image |
| Or (Gold) | Generosity | |
| Argent (Silver or White) | Sincerity, Peace | |
| Purpure (Purple) | Justice, Sovereignty, Regal | |
| Gules (Red) | Warrior, Martyr, Military Strength | |
| Azure (Blue) | Strength, Loyalty | |
| Vert (Green) | Hope, loyalty in love | |
| Sable (Black) | Constancy, Grief | |
| Tenne or Tawny (Orange) | Worthwhile Ambition | |
| Sanguine/Murray (Maroon) | Victorious, Patient in Battle |
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