A lion passant gardant, ducally crowned, holding in the dexter paw a millrind

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Hayward
• Turner
• Turnor

Crest Symbolism:

This crest features a lion passant gardant, depicting the animal walking with its right paw raised while looking directly at the viewer. The lion is a timeless symbol of dauntless courage, bravery, and strength, while the passant gardant attitude emphasizes vigilance and majesty. The lion is ducally crowned, wearing a coronet with strawberry leaves, often signifying dignity or a reward for loyal service. In its dexter (right) paw, the lion holds a millrind, which is the iron support set into the center of a millstone. The millrind represents industry, practical capability, and the ability to bear a burden or support a great weight, linking the bearer to themes of hard work and sustenance.

(Plate 6, Crest 9 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)