A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Boselli family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 7783 · German, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
towerGrandeur and solidity, and a stronghold defended
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Coupé: au 1 d'or à l'aigle de sa.; au 2 d'azur à un château flanqué de deux tours d'arg., ouv. de sa., surm. d'un annelet d'arg. entre les tours.”
GermanyFrancfort s, c. 1765
Where the Boselli Arms Were Recorded
Francfort s
Map of Germany showing where the Boselli arms are recorded
The Boselli arms were recorded in Francfort s, c. 1765.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Germany in this period.
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
1745–1765
Reigning in Germany when the Boselli arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Germany
In the Holy Roman Empire, coats of arms were often granted to individuals by the Emperor or his representatives. These arms were then passed down through the generations to all legitimate descendants of the original holder. Younger branches of a family usually kept the same shield design without needing to change it, as the arms belonged to the entire lineage.
Granting authority
The Holy Roman Emperor held the sole power to grant new coats of arms throughout his vast imperial territories.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal imperial grant or by proving their noble status to the authorities.
Where arms were recorded
These grants were officially recorded in the Imperial Chancery registers, which began keeping formal records of such honors during the Middle Ages.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Germany.
Origin & History of the Boselli Family in Germany
The Boselli family name carries a history that reflects the movement of people across European borders during the eighteenth century. While the name is often associated with Italian roots, historical records confirm that members of the family were firmly established in Frankfurt by 1765. During this era, Frankfurt served as a major center for trade and finance, attracting merchants and skilled professionals from across the continent. Families like the Bosellis often settled in such cities to take advantage of the growing urban economy and the opportunities provided by the city's status as a hub for international commerce. By integrating into the local society of Frankfurt, the family became part of the diverse cultural fabric that defined the city during the Enlightenment. Their presence in the region highlights how families frequently relocated to find stability and professional growth in the bustling markets of the Holy Roman Empire.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
bullValour and generosity
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
Colours
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“De gu. au boeuf ramp. d'or, cant. de quatre étoiles du même.”
Italyc. 1775
Where the Boselli Arms Were Recorded
Venice
Map of Italy showing where the Boselli arms are recorded
The Boselli arms were recorded in Italy, c. 1775.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Venice.
Venice ran on trade, and its great families were merchants before they were anything else. The city kept a formal list of its noble houses, and a name on that list carried arms as a matter of record.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Italy in this period.
Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo
Sovereign of the period
Alvise Giovanni Mocenigo
1763–1778
Reigning in Germany when the Boselli arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Italy
In the Italian states, coats of arms were often used by noble families to show their status and history. These symbols were passed down through the generations to all legitimate male descendants. Younger branches of a family usually kept the original design but sometimes added small changes to distinguish their specific line from the main branch.
Granting authority
Various local rulers and city governments controlled the use of coats of arms across the different Italian states.
How they got arms
Families often assumed their own arms or received them as official grants from local lords, popes, or city councils.
Where arms were recorded
Arms were recorded in local city archives or private family books rather than in one single national register.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Italy.
Origin & History of the Boselli Family in Italy
The surname Boselli finds its roots in the northern regions of Italy, where it evolved as a patronymic name derived from the personal name Boso. This name was quite popular during the Middle Ages and carried meanings related to strength or boldness. By the eighteenth century, the family had established a notable presence in the bustling maritime republic of Venice. Records from 1775 indicate that members of the Boselli family were active participants in the social and economic life of the city during its final decades as an independent power. As the family moved through the centuries, they integrated into the local culture of the Veneto region, contributing to the diverse tapestry of Venetian society before the political shifts that occurred at the turn of the nineteenth century.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Boso
A Germanic personal name derived from the word for bold or daring.
This name
BoselliA patronymic form indicating descent from a person named Boso.
also spelled
Boselly
Bozelli
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Institut für Stadtgeschichte Frankfurt, Bürgerbücher der Stadt Frankfurt am Main (1750–1800)
Kohl, Wilhelm, Die Geschichte der Stadt Frankfurt am Main im 18. Jahrhundert, 1985
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eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
towerGrandeur and solidity, and a stronghold defended
eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
towerGrandeur and solidity, and a stronghold defended
bullValour and generosity
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
