Between two oak-branches proper, on a garb fessewise Vert, a lion rampant Sable, gorged with a ducal coronet, and therefrom a chain reflexed over the back Or, holding between the paws an escallop Gules

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Phillips 

Crest Symbolism:

This elaborate crest combines several powerful heraldic symbols representing strength, abundance, and travel. The central figure is the lion rampant (standing on hind legs), a classic emblem of deathless courage and valiance. The lion is colored Sable (black), traditionally associated with constancy and wisdom. It stands atop a garb (a sheaf of wheat), symbolizing the harvest of one's hopes, peace, and agricultural plenty. The lion is "gorged" (collared) with a ducal coronet and a golden chain reflexed over its back, often signifying a high obligation, loyalty, or a reward for service to the crown or a duke. In its paws, the lion holds a red escallop (scallop shell), a symbol historically linked to Crusaders and pilgrims, denoting one who has made long journeys or served in naval command. The entire composition is framed by oak branches, representing antiquity, strength, and victory.

(Plate 3, Crest 10, Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)