Lion Passant Sable Charged with Saltires Resting Paw on Escutcheon

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Naylor

Crest Symbolism:

This crest features a black lion (Sable) depicted in a walking position (passant), a traditional symbol of dauntless courage, strength, and majesty. The lion is distinguished by two gold (Or) saltires (diagonal crosses) on its body; the saltire is often associated with St. Andrew and symbolizes suffering for a faith or the endurance of hardships. The lion rests its right (dexter) fore-paw upon a small shield (escutcheon). This shield is divided diagonally (per saltire) into sections of Ermine (white fur with black spots) and Erminois (gold fur with black spots), both regal furs indicating high dignity and noble association. The top section of the shield (chief) is red (Gules), representing military fortitude and magnanimity, and bears a goldfinch in its natural colors (proper) situated between two gold roses. The rose in heraldry signifies hope and joy, while the goldfinch often alludes to specific family history or traits associated with vividness and resourcefulness.

(Plate 5.3 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)