{"product_id":"on-a-mount-vert-a-lion-couchant-gardant-erminois","title":"On a Mount Vert a Lion Couchant Gardant Erminois","description":"\u003cp\u003e(3 Files - \u003cstrong\u003eInstant Download\u003c\/strong\u003e, On a Mount Vert a Lion Couchant Gardant Erminois Crest SVG\/PNG, 300 DPI, Transparent Background, Color and B\u0026amp;W)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurnames Associated with this Crest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuffield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrest Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis crest features a lion couchant gardant erminois resting upon a mount vert. The lion is the quintessential heraldic symbol representing dauntless courage, strength, and valour. Depicted \"couchant\" (lying down with the head raised), it signifies sovereignty and majesty, suggesting a state of restfulness that retains latent power and readiness. The \"gardant\" posture, where the head is turned to face the viewer, emphasizes vigilance and wariness. The specific tincture \"erminois\" (a gold background with black ermine spots) is a variation of the heraldic fur, historically associated with dignity, nobility, and high rank. The \"mount vert\" (green hillock) upon which the lion rests provides a natural foundation, with the color green traditionally symbolizing hope, joy, and loyalty in love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Plate 7, Crest 8 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fairbairn’s Crests","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47417397149748,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/8115\/5124\/files\/7.8.png?v=1768008538","url":"https:\/\/fairbairncrests.com\/products\/on-a-mount-vert-a-lion-couchant-gardant-erminois","provider":"Fairbairn’s Crests","version":"1.0","type":"link"}