On a mount Vert, a lion rampant gardant Or, supporting a long cross Gules

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Alanson
• Allanson
• Allaunson
• Allenson
• Wall
• Walle

Crest Symbolism:

This crest features a golden lion standing upright upon a green grassy mound. The lion is depicted in the "rampant gardant" position, rearing on its hind legs with its head turned to face the observer directly. In heraldry, the lion is the emblem of deathless courage, strength, and noble nature, while the "gardant" gaze suggests eternal vigilance. The color gold (Or) signifies generosity and elevation of the mind. The lion supports a long red (Gules) cross, a powerful symbol of Christian faith, often denoting service to the church or participation in the Crusades. The color red represents military fortitude and magnanimity, while the green (Vert) mount symbolizes hope, joy, and loyalty. Combined, this crest represents a family of brave, vigilant defenders of the faith.

("Plate 3, Crest 15" Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)