Faces and People in Coats of Arms: What Do They Mean? June 23, 2025 Animals get all the heraldic glory. Unicorns! Griffins! Lions with fabulous manes! But what about the people? Behind the beasts and colors is a quieter cast of characters: monks,...
Swords & Spears: What Weapon Symbols Say About Your Ancestors June 20, 2025Nothing says, “Don’t mess with us,” like slapping a weapon on your family crest. From spears to battle axes, weapon symbols on your coat of arms tell a story sharper...
The Feminine Side of Heraldry: Women's Role in Coats of Arms June 16, 2025If heraldry was all about knights, shields, and battles, where did women fit in? Turns out, the answer is: everywhere! While most women weren’t swinging swords (though thousands did throughout...
What Plants in Your Coat of Arms Say About Your Roots June 13, 2025Your family’s history isn’t just a forgotten story told around the dinner table. It’s also a vibrant garden bursting right on your coat of arms. Yes, plants! Not just some...
Symbols of Famous American Families (And What They Mean) June 9, 2025People often think that coats of arms are old news. Like they’re something you’d only see on knights, castles, and forgotten empires. But many American families still carry them. Some...
Coat of Arms Scrapbooking: Combine History, Craft, and Storytelling June 6, 2025So, you found your family crest. Congrats! You now have your own version of a family logo, but with way more history and personality. Instead of letting it sit in...
