A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Bravi family of Italy.
Reg. 5501 · Italian, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
dragonA most valiant defender of treasure
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Green (Vert)Means: Hope
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Parti d'arg. et de gu.; à un dragon ailé de sin., ayant deux pieds, ramp. en pal, br. sur le parti.”
ItalyPadoue, c. 1775
Where the Bravi Arms Were Recorded
Padoue
Map of Italy showing where the Bravi arms are recorded
The Bravi arms were recorded in Padoue, c. 1775.
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 Italy when the Bravi 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 Bravi Family in Italy
The surname Bravi originates from the Italian word *bravo*, which historically carried meanings of courage, skill, or boldness. In the context of early Italian society, the name often identified individuals who were known for their bravery or their proficiency in a specific trade. By the year 1775, records confirm that members of the Bravi family were well-established in the city of Padua. During this era, Padua was a significant intellectual and cultural hub under the influence of the Republic of Venice. Families living in the region at this time were often involved in the city's vibrant artisan guilds or the academic life surrounding the University of Padua. As the family grew, they became part of the local social fabric, contributing to the development of the city through their work and community involvement.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Bravus
Latin term meaning brave, courageous, or wild.
This name
BraviRefers to a person who is valiant, bold, or skilled in combat.
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
De Felice, Emidio. Dizionario dei cognomi italiani. 1978
Olivieri, Dante. Dizionario dei cognomi italiani. 1953
Archivio di Stato di Padova, Stato Civile della Restaurazione
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