A Lion Sejant Regardant

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Acham
• Achym
• Acklame
• Boardman
• Bramston
• Brough
• Calcott
• Grys
• Hancome
• Handcome
• Haynes
• Kitto
• Kittoe
• Lennox
• Magee
• Pendarves
• Philips
• Phillips
• Shepley

Crest Symbolism:

This crest features a lion in a "sejant" position, meaning it is seated with its forepaws planted firmly on the ground, symbolizing vigilance and stability. The lion is "regardant," with its head turned backward to look over its shoulder, a posture often interpreted as one of watchfulness, protection, and circumspection—signifying that the bearer is ready to defend against danger from any direction. The collar and line (chain or leash) looping over the back suggest a powerful force that is disciplined or held in check, representing controlled strength and loyalty. The lion rests upon a wreath (torse), the traditional twisted fabric base used to attach a crest to a helmet.

(Plate 7, Crest 4 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)