Lion Rampant Or Guttée-de-Sang Crowned

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Cowan
• Fitchett
• Gerard
• Lawford
• Lilly
• Lyddel
• Manderne
• Pauncefoot
• Pauncefort
• Rees
• Shelletoe
• Villers
• Villiers

Crest Symbolism:

This crest features a Lion Rampant Or (gold), which is the emblem of undying courage and distinct breed of the warrior. The attitude of the lion, rearing up on its hind leg, symbolizes a readiness to do battle. The gold tincture (Or) represents generosity and elevation of the mind. Uniquely, this lion is "Guttée-de-sang," meaning it is sprinkled with drops of blood. In heraldry, these drops often symbolize a warrior who has suffered wounds in battle or has shed blood for a noble cause. The crown upon the lion's head is an emblem of victory, sovereignty, and success.

(Plate 1 Crest 12 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)